1955 Map of Kipp

About this map

The Smoky Hill River winds across the northern reaches of this Saline County landscape, defining the agricultural character of the region. The small settlement of Kipp serves as a local hub, situated along the Missouri Pacific railroad line which cuts diagonally across the southern plains. This 1955 survey, with later 1970s revisions, reveals a rural fabric anchored by local institutions like the Mt Tabor Sch (Abandoned) and established burying grounds including Donmyer Cem and Poheta Cem. The drainage pattern is dominated by the serpentine Gypsum Creek, which receives several tributaries including the West Branch and Spring Creek. The map provides a clear look at the township structure during the mid-20th century, showing the intersection of Cambria, Dayton, Greeley, Solomon, Walnut, and Eureka boundaries.