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2012 Map of Blue Rapids

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The confluence of the Big Blue River and the Little Blue River dominates the landscape of this 2012 survey in Marshall County. The area is rich in overland history, featuring the Independence Crossing and the nearby Alcove Spring, key landmarks for travelers moving through the Kansas territory. This intersection of waterways created a natural hub for early settlement and modern agricultural development.

In the eastern portion of the map, the community of Blue Rapids is detailed with street-level precision, including landmarks such as the Marshall County Fairgrounds and Fairmont Cem. To the west, the outskirts of Waterville are visible, marked by the Waterville Golf Course and the Waterville Wastewater Treatment Facility. Local genealogists can find numerous burial sites across the township, including Prospect Hill Cem and Greenwood Cem, while industrial interests are noted at Bestwall near the winding riverbanks.