1962 Map of Doniphan

About this map

Doniphan sits at the southwestern edge of this landscape, where the Union Pacific rail line cuts across the plains toward the sprawling braided channels of the Platte River. The river dominates the northern half of the map, carving the land into large landmasses like Indian Island and Mormon Island. The latter is partially preserved as the Mormon Island State Wildlife Management Area, reflecting a transition from early settlement use to modern conservation.