2015 Map of Whitewater

About this map

Whitewater sits at the northern edge of a landscape defined by significant water management and varied topography in Cape Girardeau County. The presence of the Castor River Diversion Channel is a prominent engineering feature that dominates the central portion of the map, cutting across the natural drainages of Crooked Cr and Upper Whitewater Cr. This intersection of natural and man-made waterways created a unique environment for the small settlements of Allenville, Arbor, and Randles. Family history is deeply rooted here, evidenced by the numerous small burial grounds such as Passover Cemetery, Stroderville Cemetery, and Proffer Cemetery that dot the countryside. Significant elevation changes are noted at Hickory Ridge and the Cliff, while the Allenville Covered Bridge stands as a local landmark near the junction of major county roads and rail lines.