2022 Map of Johnson NW

About this map

The Hamilton Co Stanton Co line divides the northern reaches of this High Plains landscape, where the seasonal drainage of Little Bear Creek carves a subtle path through the section lines. This modern topographic view highlights the rigid efficiency of the Public Land Survey System, with township and range lines like t27s r43w and t27s r42w dictating the placement of the sparse road network. These straight-line routes, including Rd 37 and W Rd 4, primarily serve the agricultural interests of the region. The map also traces the N Manter Grade on the eastern edge, a route that hints at the historical transport corridors connecting the remote corners of Stanton County. This survey provides a precise look at the elevation and drainage patterns of the western Kansas panhandle before any significant urbanization altered its traditional rural character.