2015 Map of Miller

About this map

Wilmington sits at the northern edge of this 2015 study, where the rolling grasslands of the eastern Kansas plains meet the historic Santa Fe Trail corridor. The landscape is defined by its agricultural grid and a network of meandering waterways, including Soldier Cr, Plum Cr, and Salt Cr. Near the southern border, the small settlement of Miller anchors the local rural community. This area preserves its pioneer heritage through sites like Wilmington Cemetery and Rapp Cemetery, which provide vital touchpoints for genealogists researching the early families of the Wabaunsee, Lyon, and Osage county borders. Modern land use is reflected in local aviation facilities such as Dickson Private Airport and the J V Ranch Airport, showing how the traditional ranching economy has adapted over time. The map provides a detailed view of the section lines and rural road networks that have structured this prairie landscape since its earliest township surveys.