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2012 Map of Atchison NE

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Atchison NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Missouri River carves the eastern boundary of this Kansas landscape, where the rural settlements of Doniphan and Brenner anchor a grid of country roads. The terrain is defined by a network of waterways, including Independence Cr, Cottonwood Cr, and Brush Cr, which feed toward the river valley. Along the river's edge, Halls Levee and Booze Island reflect the ongoing management of the floodplain, while the Booze Island Airport sits nearby.

For those researching local heritage, several burial grounds are clearly marked, such as Doniphan Cem, Rosendale Cem, and Myers Cem. A legacy of pioneer-era naming persists in the road network, with thoroughfares like Last Chance Rd, Mineral Point Rd, and Port William Rd hinting at the transit history of Atchison County. The map provides a detailed look at the rural section lines and local landmarks that have shaped this riverfront region for generations.