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2012 Map of Niles

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Niles
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Solomon River meanders through this agricultural landscape, forming the heart of a region defined by its waterway junctions and rural settlements. The small community of Niles sits north of the river's winding path, while the town of Solomon is situated near the confluence where the Solomon meets the Smoky Hill River. This meeting of waters has long influenced the placement of transportation routes and local landmarks.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant markers of the area's heritage at Greenville Cem near the northern boundary and Mount Calvary Cem on the outskirts of Solomon. The map documents a modern transit corridor, including the Saline County Rest Area, which serves travelers moving across the Kansas plains. Smaller drainage systems like Coal Cr and Buckeye Cr further carve the terrain, illustrating the intricate hydrography of the Smoky Hill watershed.