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2009 Map of Olathe

Name: 2009 Topographic Map of Olathe
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2009
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2009

About this map

Olathe serves as the focal point of this 2009 survey, illustrating the suburban expansion and residential development typical of eastern Kansas at the turn of the 21st century. The map preserves the locations of several historic burial grounds, such as the Maupin Family Cemetery and Smith Cemetery, which stand alongside modern infrastructure like the Johnson County Dam and Shawnee Mission Lake. These landmarks offer a unique look at how earlier pioneer settlements and family homesteads were integrated into the growing city fabric.

Strategic transport corridors define the landscape, connecting Monticello in the north to the busy rail and road networks at Lackmans. The presence of numerous local post offices, including Dillions Number 3 Post Office and Hy-Vee Post Office, highlights the decentralized service centers serving this booming population. Notable water features like Mill Creek and Little Cedar Creek carve through the terrain, while the Frisco Dam provides a specific point of industrial and hydrological interest.