2009 Map of Horse Thief Canyon

About this map

Buckner Creek meanders through the heart of this central Kansas landscape, carving a serpentine path across the prairie south of Horse Thief Canyon. This 2009 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the transition of the High Plains terrain where subtle drainage systems like the canyon define the local relief. The map reveals a sparse network of section-line roads and local thoroughfares, highlighting the agricultural and open-range character of Hodgeman County. Beyond the primary watercourse, the land is marked by small draws and intermittent tributaries that feed into the larger creek system, reflecting the hydrologic patterns of the region before significant modern development altered the drainage profile.