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2015 Map of Elmont

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Elmont
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The town of Hoyt stands as a focal point in the northern reaches of this landscape, situated just across the line in Jackson County. Moving southward into Shawnee County, the unincorporated community of Elmont anchors a region defined by its dendritic stream networks. This area is heavily dissected by numerous watercourses, including Halfday Cr, Indian Cr, and the several branches of Middle Fork Muddy Cr and W Fork Muddy Cr. These creeks dictate the local topography, with roads often following the higher ground between drainage basins.

Genealogists and local historians can find several significant burial sites, such as Hoyt Cem, Steward Cem, and Half-Day Cem. The presence of the Mesa Verde Airport adds a distinct modern landmark to the prairie terrain. The road network shows a transition from the structured grid of the town centers to more specialized routes like NW Pottawatomie Rd and NW Elmont Rd, illustrating the connection between these rural northern Kansas communities.