1949 Map of Bennett

About this map

Bennett serves as the focal point of this 1949 survey, situated at the intersection of the Union Pacific railroad and the historic Old Victory Highway. The settlement's layout is clearly defined against the drainage basins of Kiowa Creek and Lost Creek, illustrating the importance of transport corridors to this Adams County community. The map reveals the civic fabric of the era through the presence of the Central Valley Sch to the north and the Bennett Cem near the town center. The landscape is primarily shaped by agricultural and industrial needs, evidenced by scattered Windmill sites and several Gravel Pit operations. This document captures the transition of the high plains before mid-century expansion, preserving the locations of rural schoolhouses and family-named landmarks that are essential for local genealogical research.