2010 Map of Saunders

About this map

Saunders stands at a rural junction in Stanton County, marking a landscape defined by agricultural road grids and sophisticated water management. This high-plains environment is characterized by the ephemeral paths of Bear Creek and Sand Arroyo Creek, which are supplemented by a series of man-made structures designed to capture and hold water in this arid region. The presence of the Hoopengarner SW-1 Reservoir and Hoopengarner SW-4 Reservoir, along with several dams including the Konantz Dam, illustrates the critical importance of water conservation for the local farming community. Genealogists and local historians will find the Konantz Cemetery in the southeastern portion of the quadrangle, a significant landmark for tracing early families in this corner of Kansas. The map also features Burchfield Lake, providing a detailed look at the hydrology and land use patterns of the early 21st century.