2012 Map of Mouth of Lake Creek

About this map

The Smoky Hill River meanders through this western Kansas landscape, providing the primary drainage for a region characterized by wide open spaces and seasonal watercourses. A significant historical marker on the terrain is the Butterfield Overland Trl, which traces a path across the northeastern portion of the sheet, recalling the era of stagecoach travel and westward expansion. The landscape is defined by the intersections of modern county roads and named sections of the plains including Plains, Osage, and Rawhide. Minor tributaries like Lake Cr and Turkey Cr feed into the river system, while Depperschmidt Draw highlights the subtle topographic variations in this agricultural and grazing country. The map captures the enduring rural structure of Wallace County, where the grid of township roads organizes the expansive terrain.