2012 Map of Horse Thief Canyon

About this map

Horse Thief Canyon and its surrounding high plains landscape define this section of central Kansas. The terrain is deeply influenced by the winding path of Buckner Cr, which meanders across the quadrangle, drawing in smaller tributaries like Spring Cr. This environment reflects the late-century water management and infrastructure of the region, where the hydrology of the creek beds dictates the layout of the local transport grid. Modern connectivity is established by routes such as 110 Rd and Highway 156, which cut straight through the natural topography. The map illustrates how human development in this part of Hodgeman County remains closely tied to the available water sources and the natural breaks in the prairie landscape.