historical topo map of Manhattan, KS in 1955

1955 Map of Manhattan

USGS Topo · Published 1980

This historical map portrays the area of Manhattan in 1955, primarily covering Riley County as well as portions of Jackson County, Geary County, Shawnee County, Nemaha County, Marshall County, Cloud County, Clay County, Pottawatomie County, Wabaunsee County, Mitchell County, Ottawa County, Washington County, Republic County, Dickinson County, Lincoln County, and Jewell County. Featuring a scale of 1:250000, this map provides a highly detailed snapshot of the terrain, roads, buildings, counties, and historical landmarks in the Manhattan region at the time. Published in 1980, it is one of 6 known editions of this map due to revisions or reprints.


Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:250000
Physical Dimensions31.88 x 22.84 inches

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