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2017 Map of Westphalia West

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Westphalia West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Osage River winds through the heart of this central Missouri landscape, marking the boundary between Cole and Osage counties. To the north, the settlement of Taos serves as a residential anchor, while the small community of Folk and the western edge of Westphalia define the southern and eastern reaches of the area. The river's influence on the local geography is evident in the presence of Bloody Island and the numerous small lakes that dot the upland terrain, including Dove Lake, Twehaus Lake, and Teds Lake.

Transport patterns are shaped by the winding watercourses, with routes like Bode Ferry Rd and Westfalia Landing Trl hinting at historical crossing points and river access. The confluence of the Maries River and Little Maries Cr in the southeast corner creates a complex network of drainage and hollows, such as Coyote Hollow, which contrast with the higher ridges occupied by local road networks. This survey captures a rural landscape where modern residential development alongside named roads meets the traditional river-valley economy.