2018 Map of Plains NE

About this map

Gray Co and Meade Co meet in this western Kansas landscape, where the High Plains terrain is defined by a rigid section-line road grid. The southern portion of the map transitions toward the headwaters of Spring Creek, a sparse drainage system that contrasts with the geometric precision of the surrounding agricultural land. Mertilla Cemetery stands as a focal point for genealogical interest, representing the long-standing community roots in this rural area near the county line. Transport in this region is primarily served by a network of county roads including Co Rd 3 and Co Rd 9, which support the local farming economy. The presence of Rexford Airport in the eastern section highlights the continued importance of general aviation for utility and travel across these expansive distances in the early 21st century.