2009 Map of Ford

About this map

The settlement of Ford anchors the southeastern corner of this Ford County landscape, situated where the high plains meet the natural drainage of the Arkansas River. In the early 21st century, the area maintains a strict grid of section-line roads, such as Marshall Rd and Tilman Rd, which delineate the vast agricultural parcels characteristic of southwestern Kansas. The Arkansas River cuts diagonally across the quadrangle, accompanied by Mulberry Creek, which winds through the southern terrain toward the town. These watercourses provide a stark contrast to the straight-edged survey lines, such as Outlaw Rd and Saddle Rd, that define the local transportation network. This survey captures a moment in the region's long history as a cattle and farming hub, where the intersection of Lariat Way and the grid roads continues to facilitate the movement of goods through the expansive plains.