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1955 Map of Junction City

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Junction City
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Junction City sits at the confluence of the Republican River and Smoky Hill River, where they merge to form the Kansas River. This mid-century landscape is defined by the massive Fort Riley Military Reservation, which dominates the northern half of the area. The map illustrates the town’s growth south of the rail lines, featuring civic landmarks like the Courthouse and Municipal Building, alongside local institutions such as Washington Grade School.

Strategic military installations, including Camp Whitside and Camp Forsyth, line the river valleys, while the Kansas First Territorial Capitol stands as a significant historical marker on the reservation. The arrival of the Pacific Union and the presence of the Union Pacific Station highlight the region's importance as a transportation hub. Beyond the urban center, the terrain rises into named heights like Custer Hill and Grand View Hill, interspersed with several Trailer Parks reflecting post-war housing trends.