1959 Map of Womack

About this map

Womack serves as the central hub of this 1959 survey, situated near the intersection of several township boundaries including Saline, Liberty, and Castor. The landscape is characterized by a dense network of drainage systems, with Saline Creek and Greasy Creek cutting through the northern reaches while the Whitewater River and Castor River flow through the southern half. This period of Missouri's development is marked by a reliance on hilltop surveillance, evidenced by the Whitewater Lookout Tower and Higdon Lookout Tower. Local life is anchored by rural institutions like Unity School and Silver Point Church. The topography also reveals specialized infrastructure such as a Radio Range Station, reflecting mid-century navigation needs within the surrounding Clark National Forest. Numerous small family and community burial sites, including the McDowell Cemetery, are scattered across the terrain, providing valuable data for genealogical research.