2012 Map of Shields NW

About this map

The Smoky Hill River winds across the northern edge of this section of Lane County, defining a rugged drainage pattern against the high plains of western Kansas. This region is characterized by its organized grid of rural corridors, including N Laredo Rd, N Kaw, and N Karl Rd, which facilitate transport through a landscape dominated by agriculture and natural draws. Near the intersection of Co Rd-250 and N Laredo Rd, the Shields Cem provides a focal point for genealogical research, serving as a primary cultural landmark in an area otherwise defined by its hydrology and open space. Further north, the confluence of Plum Cr with the river highlights the natural drainage systems that have historically shaped land use and property boundaries in this part of the state.