1957 Map of Saffordville

About this map

Saffordville sits as a primary rail settlement along the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line, illustrating the critical role of transportation in the Chase County landscape of the late 1950s. The geography is defined by the winding course of the Cottonwood River and its numerous tributaries, including Buckeye Creek, Peyton Creek, and Stout Run, which carve through the townships of Strong and Toledo. The rail corridor is also marked by the location of Ellinor, situated just west of the main settlement. Cultural landmarks like Hillside Cem provide points of interest for genealogists tracing local families in this agricultural region. The map highlights the intersection of water resources and rail infrastructure that drove development in this portion of the Kansas plains.