1970 Map of Ness City SW

About this map

Walnut Creek and the South Fork Walnut Creek carve through the northern landscape of Franklin Township, while the Pawnee River defines the southern reach across the Ness and Hodgeman county line. This 1970 survey captures a region defined by its energy and agricultural extraction, notably centered on the Petersilie Oil Field. The map records sparse but significant markers of early settlement, such as Harold and the small township of Valley, alongside the Kunze Cem. The presence of a Gaging Station and a Quarry indicates an active management of natural resources during this era. Land is subdivided by section lines, with drainage features like Quizzlers Gulch showing the complex topography that channels water toward the major creek systems.