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1975 Map of Ryus

Name: 1975 Topographic Map of Ryus
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The Cimarron River winds through the southern portion of this landscape, carving through a region defined by industrial infrastructure and agricultural activity. The small settlement of Ryus sits near the northern boundary, while the tracks of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad bisect the terrain diagonally, serving as a primary transit corridor. This era was marked by significant energy extraction, evidenced by the dense concentration of Gas Wells and the expansive Oil and Gas Field that spreads across the plains.

Functional landmarks like the Compressor Station, Water Tank, and various pipelines reflect the complex resource network of the 1970s. The presence of a large Feedlot and multiple Gravel Pits alongside the river indicates a working landscape focused on livestock and material production. This map provides a detailed record of the intersection between traditional river-valley agriculture and the modernizing influence of the mid-century energy industry.