2012 Map of McDonald SW

About this map

The high plains of Rawlins County are defined by a vast, organized grid of section roads and the winding course of N Beaver Cr in this 2012 study. Centered around the small community of McDonald, the landscape is primarily agricultural, reflecting the steady rhythms of Northwest Kansas. Local genealogy is anchored by the presence of Evergreen Cem in the northwest and Grace Cem just west of the town site, marking the generational history of the area. Significant transit corridors such as Co Hwy S and Co Line Rd intersect the terrain, illustrating the connectivity between rural homesteads and regional centers. The map provides a clear look at the sparse but vital infrastructure, from the named roads like Road P and Road 33 to the natural drainage patterns that have shaped land use since early settlement.