Jackson County topographic maps

Average elevation: 242 m

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Average elevation: 274 m

When the surveyors for the Missouri Pacific Railroad came through, the local people and the railroad wanted to name the town in Dr. Lea's honor. He had a farm on the highest point and near the path of the tracks, and his murder had taken place near the site of the proposed depot. So they chose the name of…

Average elevation: 291 m

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Average elevation: 271 m

When the surveyors for the Missouri Pacific Railroad came through, the local people and the railroad wanted to name the town in Dr. Lea's honor. He had a farm on the highest point and near the path of the tracks, and his murder had taken place near the site of the proposed depot. So they chose the name of…

Average elevation: 288 m

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Average elevation: 289 m

Average elevation: 304 m