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2009 Map of Denton

Name: 2009 Topographic Map of Denton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2009
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2009

About this map

Agricultural lands in Doniphan County are defined by a network of drainage systems and small rural settlements in the early 21st century. The town of Denton serves as a local hub, with its grid-style streets including Oak St, Maple Ave, and Ashland St radiating from the center. Smaller clusters such as Purcell and Huron anchor the surrounding countryside, while several burial sites like Denton Cemetery and Saint Marys Cemetery provide significant points of interest for genealogists tracing local family histories.

The landscape is etched by the South Fork Wolf River and the various branches of Independence Creek, which dictate the placement of local roads. Many of these thoroughfares, such as Chalk Bluff Rd and Ash Point RD, follow section lines, creating a geometric pattern across the terrain. Rural landmarks like Miller Cemetery and Anderson Cemetery are tucked into the corners of fields and along creek beds, marking the long-standing community foundations of the region.