1960 Map of Derby

About this map

The Arkansas River corridor south of Wichita underwent significant suburban and industrial transformation during the mid-20th century, particularly around the growing communities of Derby and Haysville. The landscape is a complex intersection of traditional agricultural roots and modern infrastructure, evidenced by the presence of Waco Cem and Roll Cem near the newly established Kansas Turnpike. To the north, the massive footprint of Mc Connell Air Force Base and residential developments like Oaklawn and Riverside signal the region's mid-century expansion.