1958 Map of Colwich

About this map

Colwich serves as the central hub of this agricultural landscape in south-central Kansas, situated at the intersection of local township lines and the Missouri Pacific railroad. The terrain is defined by the broad meanders of the Arkansas River in the north and the complex drainage systems of Big Slough and Cowskin Creek further south. A notable historical marker on this map is the Old Indian Boundary, which cuts across the lower sections of Sherman and Union townships, providing a clear visual record of earlier territorial divisions. Industrial and infrastructure development is evident through the presence of a Sewage Disposal plant and an Aqueduct, alongside several utilities like a TV Tower and multiple substations. The landscape reflects a transition from traditional rail-side settlement to a more modern utility network by the mid-1970s.