2010 Map of Alkali Lake

About this map

Alkali Lake provides a distinct geographic anchor in the southern portion of this high plains landscape. The region is defined by a strict orthogonal grid of rural thoroughfares, including County Road T and County Road J, which delineate the expansive agricultural parcels of Kiowa County. These roads, such as County Rd 44 and County Rd 43, reflect a highly organized system of land division typical of the American West. The map demonstrates the sparse but methodical infrastructure required to navigate and manage this open territory during the early 21st century, where water features like Alkali Lake remain critical landmarks amidst the sprawling network of numbered county routes.