1974 Map of Cheyenne Creek

About this map

The Butterfield Overland Trail cuts across the northern reaches of this landscape, marking a historic corridor of western transit just south of the Smoky Hill River. This 1970s survey captures a rural portion of the Gove and Lane County line, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of drainage systems. Watercourses like Cheyenne Creek, Salt Creek, and East Salt Creek have carved deep relief into the High Plains, creating a complex series of draws and ridges. The economy of the era is evident in the numerous resource extraction sites scattered throughout the townships, including several Caliche Pits and Sandpits. While the surface remains largely undeveloped, the presence of various Oil Wells, Drill Holes, and a lone Radio Tower reflects the mid-century industrial footprint on this western Kansas prairie.