2010 Map of Olpe

About this map

The settlement of Olpe serves as the primary hub in this Kansas landscape, situated south of the sweeping Cottonwood River. This 2010 survey illustrates a region defined by a grid of rural thoroughfares, including Rd 80 and Rd 85, which structure the agricultural and residential life of Lyon County. The land is characterized by the natural drainage of the river basin, which dictates the layout of local roads and the placement of the town itself. While the area maintains its rural character, the proximity to the river suggests the importance of water resources to the regional development and long-term settlement patterns of this part of the Flint Hills region.