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2016 Map of Kenton

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Kenton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Kenton sits as a quiet focal point in the far western tip of the Oklahoma Panhandle, where the high plains meet the dramatic topography of the Cimarron Valley. The landscape is defined by the massive profile of Black Mesa and the winding course of the Cimarron River, which cuts through a region of deep drainage systems and named canyons. This high-desert environment in Cimarron Co is marked by a network of seasonal watercourses such as N Carrizo Cr and Tesesquite Cr.

Cultural and geological landmarks are scattered across the terrain, including the notable Independence Arch and the prominent Robbers Roost Peak. Local history is preserved at the Kenton Cem, while the northern portion of the map transitions into the Comanche National Grassland across the Colorado state line. The map captures a ranching landscape where names like Coopers Arroyo and Burrows Canyon identify the specific folds of the earth used for navigation and livestock in this corner of the state.