2016 Map of Burdett

About this map

Burdett occupies the northern reaches of this high plains landscape in Washington County, where the dry terrain is defined by a grid of agricultural section roads and the winding path of Rock Cr. This 2016 survey illustrates the sparse, rural nature of the region, emphasizing the isolation of small communities and the preservation of local history through its burial grounds. Researchers can identify the locations of Burdett Cem and Hope Cem, which serve as primary landmarks in an area dominated by large-scale farming and section boundaries. The map's detailed topography and hydrography document the subtle drainage patterns that have influenced settlement and land use across the townships of T5N, T4N, and T3N.