2015 Map of Blue Rapids SW

About this map

The Big Blue River valley defines the southeastern portion of this landscape at the junction of Marshall, Riley, and Pottawatomie counties. This region is characterized by a dense network of watercourses, including Swede Cr, Little Swede Cr, and Game Fork, which carve through the high ground. Local history is anchored by several rural burial grounds such as Saint Wenceslaus Cem, Swede Creek Cem, and Bellegarde Cem, marking the legacy of early settlers in the area. Prominent landmarks like Christenson Hill rise above the drainage basins, while a grid of section roads like Parallel Rd and Center Hill Rd provides access to the agricultural parcels. The map illustrates a stable rural environment where the hydrology of the river system dictates the placement of roads and farmsteads.