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1957 Map of Elmdale

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Elmdale
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

The Cottonwood River carves a winding path through this portion of Chase County, Kansas, defining the valley's settlement patterns and transport corridors during the mid-1950s. The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad runs parallel to the river, serving the local hubs of Elmdale and Clements. This corridor was the primary artery for movement through the region, connecting the small schools and rural communities to the larger rail network.

Upland from the river valley, the topography rises into the surrounding townships, where numerous tributaries like Diamond Creek and Silver Creek feed the main waterway. Local landmarks such as the Clements Sch and the wooded bend of Camp Wood highlight the established community infrastructure. This area showcases the transition from active riverfront rail commerce to the more dispersed agricultural life found along the hills of Bazaar and Cottonwood townships.