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2010 Map of Cedar Vale East

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Cedar Vale East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Caney River carves a winding path through this corner of Chautauqua County, defining a landscape shaped by its riverine geography and agricultural road network. The community of Cedar Vale sits at the western edge of the quadrangle, serving as a primary hub for the surrounding rural settlements. To the east, the small communities of Hewins, Wauneta, and Osro mark the historical footprint of the area's development.

Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of local burial grounds, including the Grant Creek Cemetery in the north and the Rose Dale Cemetery near the river's bend. The terrain is notably etched by numerous watercourses such as Spring Branch, Shanghai Creek, and the West Branch Grant Creek. A distinctive landmark, Osro Falls, is located near the Osro Falls Cemetery, suggesting a focal point for early settlement along the waterway. The grid of country roads, with names like Cowboy Rd and Heritage Rd, reflects the deep ranching and farming traditions of the Kansas plains.