2022 Map of Franklin

About this map

Franklin serves as the central hub for Johnson County, anchored by the Johnson County Courthouse and the sprawling campus of Franklin College. The landscape is defined by the branching waters of Youngs Creek and its many tributaries, including Hurricane Cr and Buckhart Cr, which snake through the fertile plains. Beyond the city center, the terrain is dotted with small outlying communities like Hopewell and Amity, alongside specialized sites such as the Franklin Flying Field. This map reveal a deeply rooted agricultural and institutional heritage, evidenced by numerous family and community burial grounds including Mullikin Cem and Hamner Cem. The intricate network of drainage ditches, such as Vandivier Ditch and Amity Ditch, illustrates a long history of water management to support the region's productive farmland.