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2012 Map of Dexter NE

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Dexter NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Named ranchlands define this corner of Cowley County, Kansas, where the prairie landscape is carved by a complex network of seasonal and year-round creeks. Large family-named holdings such as Boone Ranch, Fulsom Ranch, Ramsey Ranch, and Mills Ranch anchor the local geography, highlighting the region's enduring livestock economy. These properties are situated along the drainage systems of Otter Cr and Shafer Cr, which provide natural boundaries and vital water resources in this open terrain.

Hogback Hill rises as a prominent landmark above the surrounding plains, providing a topographical anchor for a grid of rural routes including 323rd Rd and W Co Line Rd. The map illustrates the persistence of wide-scale agriculture and ranching, with numerous smaller waterways like Jim Cr, Plum Cr, and N Cedar Cr weaving through the sections, tracing the subtle elevation changes of the Kansas countryside.