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2009 Map of Emporia

Name: 2009 Topographic Map of Emporia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2009
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2009

About this map

Emporia sits at the confluence of the Neosho River and the Cottonwood River, serving as a regional hub for education and commerce in the early 21st century. The campus of Emporia State University dominates the central landscape, anchored by Kellogg Circle and the Wooster Bridge. The city's residential and industrial footprint is visible through neighborhoods like Berkeley Hills and Flint Hills Village, while the rail history is preserved at Emporia Junction.

Beyond the city grid, the surrounding prairie is defined by water management and genealogy-rich landmarks. Significant burial grounds including Maplewood Cemetery, Memorial Lawn Cemetery, and Sacred Heart Cemetery provide valuable data for researchers. The rivers are marked by historic infrastructure such as Soden Dam and Ruggles Dam, while outlying points like Merrick and numerous rural roads illustrate the transition from the urban center to the agricultural reaches of Lyon County.