2009 Map of Downs North

About this map

The North Fork Solomon River defines the southern reach of this Osborne County landscape, where the town of Downs serves as the primary hub of activity. The area is marked by a clear grid of section roads and a strong agricultural character, with small settlements like Dispatch located to the northeast. Historical and genealogical interest is concentrated in several burial grounds spaced across the prairie, including Downs Cemetery, Oakdale Cemetery, and Rose Valley Cemetery. Drainage is provided by winding watercourses such as Twelvemile Creek and Oak Creek, which cut through the level terrain. This 2009 survey represents the modern configuration of rural Kansas infrastructure, illustrating how established settlement patterns from the previous century persist through an extensive network of local avenues and drives.