1962 Map of Irish Flats SE

About this map

Crooked Creek meanders across this rural landscape at the edge of the High Plains, carving a distinct valley through the Odee terrain of southwest Kansas. This 1962 survey records the sparse settlement patterns along the state border, where large field tracts are delineated by fine red dashed lines indicating fence and field boundaries. A central feature for genealogists is the Lutheran Cem, located just north of the creek, serving as a landmark for the local farming community. The landscape is primarily defined by its drainage systems, including Sand Creek and a notable Spring, which provided essential water in this semi-arid region. The presence of a Gas Well suggests the early influence of the Hugoton Gas Area on the local economy, while the boundary of Kansas Oklahoma and the line between Meade Co and Beaver Co define the southern limits of the quadrangle.