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1971 Map of Keene

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Keene
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Keene serves as the central hub of this eastern Wabaunsee County landscape, where the headwaters of several significant drainage systems converge. The terrain is defined by the intricately carved valleys of Mission Creek and its various tributaries, including the North Branch, Middle Branch, and South Branch. These waterways, along with Higby Creek and Johnson Creek, create a deeply dissected topography typical of the Flint Hills region.

Genealogists will find notable local landmarks such as Keene Cem, the Wesleyan Ch, and Mission View Cem to the west. The presence of the Wabaunsee East High Sch and a specialized Fish Hatchery near Snokomo Creek illustrates the mid-century infrastructure of this rural community. The southern edge of the survey transitions into the South Branch Wakarusa River basin, marking a subtle shift in the regional watershed.