University of Missouri Extension provides the resources below to assist those interested in understanding the water quality issues affecting Webster County, and how to protect the water supplies for current use and future generations. Call the extension center at 417-859-2044 for unbiased, research-based information to help you prevent and solve problems.
Helpful resources for water topics in Webster County
Webster County maps and interactive mapping
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1986 geologic map of Webster County (PDF) — showing fault lines, topographic elevations and river drainages (yellow areas on map)
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Close-up of 1986 geologic map of Webster County. (PDF) — Six rivers in Missouri originate in Webster County, the second highest elevation in the state.
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Map of losing and gaining streams identified by dye tracing conducted in Webster County by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (PDF) — Losing streams (in red) are those where water flows underground rather than in the streambed.
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Map of soil potential index for septic systems in Webster County (PDF) — Yellow and red areas of map show soils with the greatest limitations, that would prevent conventional septic systems from working properly.
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Map of sinkhole, fault line and karst areas in Webster County (PDF) — Sinkholes are direct conduits to the underground water supply.