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2012 Map of Howard NW

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Howard NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Osage Cuestas region of Elk County is defined by its distinct escarpments and a landscape shaped by both agriculture and energy extraction. This 2012 survey shows a network of family-held lands and rural infrastructure, including the West Eagle Head Ranch and East Eagle Head Ranch. The drainage patterns are dominated by the Caney River and its tributaries, such as the E Fork Caney River, which cut through the terrain alongside the northern reaches of the Elk River.

Industry remains central to the local economy, with several active production areas including the Bush-Denton Oil Field, Perkins Oil Field, and Love Oil Field scattered across the rural grid. Aviation is represented by private facilities like the Eaglehead Ranch Airport and Liebau Ranch Airport. Genealogists may find interest in the Clear Cut Cem located in the northern portion of the map, while the rural road network, including 164 RD and 263 RD, provides a clear view of the modern layout of this Kansas plains environment.