2022 Map of Lela

About this map

Lela sits at the center of this landscape, marking a rural crossroads where the boundaries of Noble and Pawnee Counties meet. The area is defined by the winding course of Black Bear Creek and its complex network of tributaries, including Panther Cr and Turkey Cr. Modern infrastructure like US Route 64 and the Crosstown Ave alignment bisects the terrain, yet the map preserves numerous sites of genealogical importance. Several small burial grounds, such as Indian Cem and Morrison Cem, are scattered across the section lines, reflecting the region's layered history of settlement and tribal lands. To the south, the terrain rises at Knob Hill and transitions into the Diamond Valley, while the eastern edge is marked by the small settlement of Rambo near the headwaters of Pepper Cr.