1991 Map of Manhattan

About this map

Manhattan sits at the significant confluence of the Big Blue River and the Kansas River, a landscape defined by both collegiate expansion and riverine topography. The expansive campus of Kansas State University dominates the western portion of the city, complete with its Stadium and proximity to residential corridors like College Heights Rd and Bluemont Ave. The map captures the city's relationship with its waterways, showing the protected areas of Tuttle Creek State Park (River Pond Area) and the Rocky Ford State Fishing Area to the north. South of the city center, the Union Pacific rail line skirts the edge of Moehlman Bottoms and Hunters Island, illustrating the industrial and transport infrastructure that supported this regional hub. From the high ground at Stagg Hill to the river valleys, the survey provides a clear view of the city's late 20th-century footprint.