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2015 Map of Burr Oak

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Burr Oak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Burr Oak serves as the primary hub of activity in this northern Jewell County landscape, situated along the upper reaches of Burr Oak Cr. The town's grid is well-defined by local thoroughfares such as Main St and Washington St, reflecting its role as a regional center for the surrounding agricultural community. South of town, the small settlement of Otego is positioned along S Rd, marking another point of historical interest for researchers tracking the development of rural Kansas townships.

The terrain is deeply carved by a network of drainage systems, including White Rock Cr, Porcupine Cr, and the several branches of Limestone Cr. Genealogists will find three distinct burial grounds to explore: Burr Oak Cem east of town, Baker Cem to the west, and the Lutheran Cem located further south near 130 Rd. These landmarks, along with the section-line road network, provide a precise framework for locating family homesteads and long-standing property boundaries.