2022 Map of Russell SW

About this map

The Smoky Hill River meanders across the southern landscape of this Russell County quadrangle, defining the local geography alongside several significant tributaries. Tributaries such as Big Cr and Walker Cr carve through the terrain, illustrating the drainage patterns that have historically shaped land use in this part of Kansas. The infrastructure of the early 21st century is marked by the presence of I- 70 Rd running through the northern sections, while a grid of local corridors like Balta Galatia Rd and Lincoln Rd provide access to the rural acreage. These road names, including Homer Rd and Grant Rd, often reflect the family names and early community nodes that once anchored the township. While primarily rural, the arrangement of section lines and water crossings provides a clear look at the agricultural distribution and water access points north of the Smoky Hill valley.