2009 Map of Halford

About this map

The small settlement of Halford sits in the northwest corner of this high-plains landscape, where the agricultural grid dominates the terrain of Thomas County. The map captures a transition in water drainage patterns, defined by the winding course of the South Fork Solomon River in the south and the intermittent flow of Sand Creek in the northeast. This 2009 survey by the U. S. Geological Survey illustrates the intersection of local transportation and rural land use, featuring an extensive network of county roads such as Co Rd 31 and Co Rd Q that facilitate movement between the scattered farmsteads and open fields. The topography is characterized by subtle drainage draws that feed into the primary river system, reflecting the essential relationship between the dry prairie environment and its vital water sources.