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1970s Maps of Morton County, Kansas

Explore 25 historic maps of Morton County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Morton County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Morton County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Morton County, KS maps

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  1. 1971 Map of Sturgis, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Sturgis, 1973 Print
    1971 Sturgis
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Oklahoma Panhandle in the early seventies centers on the rail-side community of Sturgis and the surrounding energy fields. Local researchers can trace the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad corridor past Goff and the local Roadside Park.
  4. 1973 Map of Richfield NW, 1974 Print
    1973 Map of Richfield NW, 1974 Print
    1973 Richfield NW
    1974 Print · USGS
    Western Kansas at the start of the 1970s shows a landscape defined by rail lines and emerging energy development. Researchers can trace the path of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe and locate numerous Gas Well sites near Sand Arroyo Creek.
  7. 1973 Map of Shore Airport SW, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Shore Airport SW, 1975 Print
    1973 Shore Airport SW
    1975 Print · USGS
    Morton County in the early seventies shows a landscape where historic transit and modern energy meet. Researchers can trace the Old Santa Fe Trail near the Cimarron River or locate family records at Richfield Cem.
  10. 1973 Map of Shore Airport, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Shore Airport, 1975 Print
    1973 Shore Airport
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Stanton County are documented here in the early seventies, as energy development transformed the rural landscape. Genealogists and researchers can trace local land use through numerous Gas Wells, the site of Shore Airport, and the path of Sand Arroyo Creek.
  13. 1973 Map of Elkhart South, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Elkhart South, 1975 Print
    1973 Elkhart South
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Oklahoma-Kansas border comes to life in the early seventies, centered on the energy-rich panhandle landscape and the town of Elkhart. Researchers can trace the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe rail line past Libbey or locate local landmarks like the Drive-in Theater.
  16. 1973 Map of Rolla NW, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Rolla NW, 1975 Print
    1973 Rolla NW
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Morton County are shown in the early seventies as a landscape of energy production and historic transit. Researchers can trace the path of the Old Santa Fe Trail and locate dozens of Gas Wells along the Cimarron River.
  19. 1973 Map of Richfield NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Richfield NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Richfield NE
    1975 Print · USGS
    The High Plains of Southwest Kansas in the early 1970s reveal a landscape of remote farmsteads and energy development. Genealogists and historians can trace the area's growth through the tiny settlement of Cleaves and the Johns Landing Field airstrip.
  22. 1973 Map of Elkhart NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Elkhart NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Elkhart NE
    1975 Print · USGS
    Morton County in the early seventies reveals a landscape defined by historic pioneer routes and modern energy production. Researchers can trace the Old Santa Fe Trail alongside the Cimarron River or locate numerous Gas Wells across the Richfield township.
  25. 1973 Map of Rolla NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Rolla NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Rolla NE
    1975 Print · USGS
    The High Plains of the Kansas-Oklahoma border region are captured here in the early seventies, showing a landscape defined by energy and rail. Genealogists and historians can trace the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line and the Cimarron River valley.
  28. 1973 Map of Elkhart North, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Elkhart North, 1975 Print
    1973 Elkhart North
    1975 Print · USGS
    The High Plains of the Kansas-Oklahoma border are captured here in the early seventies, centered on the railroad town of Elkhart. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like the Cemetery, the A T & S F rail line, and the landmark Point of Rocks along the Cimarron River.
  31. 1973 Map of Richfield SW, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Richfield SW, 1975 Print
    1973 Richfield SW
    1975 Print · USGS
    Morton County in the early seventies shows a landscape defined by the expansive High Plains and a growing energy sector. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprint of the Westola area and locate numerous Gas Well sites scattered across the prairie.
  34. 1973 Map of Richfield, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Richfield, 1975 Print
    1973 Richfield
    1975 Print · USGS
    Richfield and the surrounding High Plains are captured here in the early seventies during a period of significant energy development. Genealogists and researchers can trace the local landscape through features like Bradles, the North Fork Cimarron River, and numerous Gas Wells.
  37. 1973 Map of Elkhart NW, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Elkhart NW, 1975 Print
    1973 Elkhart NW
    1975 Print · USGS
    Morton County in the early 1970s shows a landscape of river valleys and active energy extraction. Researchers can trace the path of the North Fork Cimarron River or locate numerous Gas Wells and a Gravel Pit across Westola and Taloga.
  40. 1973 Map of Hough NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Hough NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Hough NE
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Oklahoma-Kansas borderlands in the early seventies reveal an intensive landscape of energy production and High Plains settlement. Researchers can trace family history at Barden Memorial Cem or locate the path of the Old RR Grade near Pony Creek.
  43. 1973 Map of Hough NW, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Hough NW, 1975 Print
    1973 Hough NW
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Oklahoma-Kansas borderlands come alive in this early 1970s survey of Texas and Morton counties. Energy researchers and historians can trace the extensive Carthage Oil and Gas Field, find an Old Railroad Grade, and locate a Lookout Tower.
  46. 1973 Map of Eva NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Eva NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Eva NE
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Oklahoma Panhandle and Kansas border come into focus in the early 1970s, as the energy industry transformed the landscape. Trace the local family history at Kuhn Cem or study the industrial layout of the Carthage Oil and Gas Field and its Gas Processing Plant.
  49. 1974 Map of Rolla SE, 1975 Print
    1974 Map of Rolla SE, 1975 Print
    1974 Rolla SE
    1975 Print · USGS
    The southwestern corner of Kansas in the mid-1970s reveals a landscape shaped by energy production and rail transport. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial footprint of Rolla through its A T & S F rail connection, regional Gas Wells, and the Compressor Station.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1974 Map of Wilburton, 1975 Print
    1974 Map of Wilburton, 1975 Print
    1974 Wilburton
    1975 Print · USGS
    Morton County, Kansas, near the Oklahoma border in the mid-1970s shows a prairie landscape dominated by energy production and the rails. Genealogists and historians can locate the Wilburton Cem and the industrial infrastructure of the Wilburton Gas Field.
  55. 1974 Map of Shore Airport SE, 1976 Print
    1974 Map of Shore Airport SE, 1976 Print
    1974 Shore Airport SE
    1976 Print · USGS
    The high plains of southwest Kansas in the mid-1970s reveal a landscape defined by pioneer history and modern energy production. Researchers can trace the Old Santa Fe Trail or locate the site of Dermot School and Dermot Cemetery.
  58. 1974 Map of Rolla, 1976 Print
    1974 Map of Rolla, 1976 Print
    1974 Rolla
    1976 Print · USGS
    Morton County at the height of the 1970s energy boom reveals a landscape defined by the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad and petroleum extraction. Genealogists and historians can trace the townsite of Rolla, the local Rolla Cem, and dozens of individual Gas Wells across the plains.
  61. 1974 Map of Shore Airport NE, 1976 Print
    1974 Map of Shore Airport NE, 1976 Print
    1974 Shore Airport NE
    1976 Print · USGS
    Southwestern Kansas in the mid-1970s is shown as a productive landscape of cattle ranching and gas extraction. Trace the rural roots of Stanton County through sites like Bethel Ch, the Liverpool Cem, and the winding North Fork Cimarron River.
  64. 1978 Map of Midway SE
    1978 Map of Midway SE
    1978 Midway SE
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Colorado and Kansas state line intersects on the high plains during the late seventies, revealing a landscape dominated by energy production. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of Oil Wells and Gas Wells near Revolution and the Cimarron River.
  67. 1978 Map of Midway NE
    1978 Map of Midway NE
    1978 Midway NE
    1978 Print · USGS
    The High Plains borderlands of Colorado and Kansas are captured here in the late seventies, showing a landscape shaped by energy and ranching. Genealogists and historians can locate the Taloga School and trace the pipelines and Oil Wells that defined the Westola region.
  70. 1978 Map of Stonington SE, 1979 Print
    1978 Map of Stonington SE, 1979 Print
    1978 Stonington SE
    1979 Print · USGS
    The high plains along the Colorado and Kansas border are captured here in the late seventies, showing a landscape defined by the North Fork Cimarron River. Researchers can trace the development of local energy resources through numerous features like the Oil Well and Gas Well sites scattered across Westola.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1979 Map of Saunders
    1979 Map of Saunders
    1979 Saunders
    1979 Print · USGS
    The high plains border of Kansas and Colorado in the late 1970s is a landscape of remote rail stops and ephemeral creek beds. Trace the path of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe through Saunders or locate the Konantz Cem near the state line.
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