2016 Map of Centralia

About this map

Centralia serves as the primary hub of this eastern Kansas landscape, situated near the headwaters of the Black Vermillion River. The town's grid is clearly defined by historical thoroughfares such as Main St, Commercial St, and Railroad Ave, reflecting its origins as a rail-adjacent community. The surrounding countryside is divided by a rigorous section-line road network, including names like Sunflower Rd and Wildcat Rd, which cut across the drainage basins of Mulberry Cr, French Cr, and Gibson Cr. Genealogists will find the locations of Centralia Cem and Mulberry Cem essential for local family research. The terrain is characterized by gentle transitions from high prairie ridges down into the small creek valleys that feed the larger river system, providing a clear picture of rural land use in Marshall and Nemaha counties.