2015 Map of Bala

About this map

The settlement of Bala serves as the focal point of this rural landscape, situated along the border of Clay and Riley Counties. The region is defined by a dense network of watercourses, including the meandering paths of Mall Creek, Timber Creek, and Madison Creek, which carve through the terrain. A notable genealogical landmark is the Bala Cemetery, positioned south of the town center near the intersection of Bala Road and Madison Road. The map reveals a structured grid of rural infrastructure, such as Lasita Branch and Sherman Road, reflecting the organized agricultural development of the Kansas prairie. These transit lines and creek crossings highlight the long-standing spatial patterns of a community built around the convergence of local drainage systems and section-line roads.