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2009 Map of Grove

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

USGS Topo · Published 2009

About this map

Grove sits as the central settlement in this portion of Shawnee County, appearing as a quiet rural hub in the late 2000s. The landscape is defined by the dendritic drainage patterns of Soldier Creek and its many tributaries, including Little Soldier Creek and Walnut Creek, which carve through the plains. A significant recreational landmark, the Shawnee State Fishing Lake, is held by the Shawnee County State Lake Dam in the northeastern quadrant, serving as a primary water feature for the local area.

Industrial and transport infrastructure is represented by a rigid grid of local routes like NW Valencia Rd and NW 66th St. These roads provide access to the various farmsteads and rural properties that characterize this part of Kansas. The cartography provides clear documentation of the land use before major suburban expansion, focusing on the hydraulic network of Messhoss Creek and Dutch Creek that supports the region's agricultural character.