1954 Map of Mc Farland

About this map

McFarland and Paxico serve as the primary rail-oriented hubs in this portion of Wabaunsee County, where the C R I & P railroad follows the winding course of Mill Creek. The landscape is defined by a dense network of drainage systems, including Turkey Creek, Snokomo Creek, and the family-named Kuenzli Creek, all of which cut through the undulating terrain. A distinct local history is visible in the placement of the McFarland Cem and Bethlehem Cem, while the small settlement of Newbury sits north of the rail corridor. Industrial and infrastructure markers, such as the Water Tank and a protective Levee near Paxico, illustrate the constant management of the creek-side environment during the mid-20th century. To the west, the topography deepens into Clapboard Canyon, contrasting with the more developed agricultural and transportation corridor to the east.