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1974 Map of Shields SE

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Shields SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

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North Fork Walnut Creek and Middle Fork Walnut Creek converge in this western Kansas landscape, which reflects a mid-1970s balance between traditional ranching and the encroaching industrial footprint of the energy sector. Evidence of resource extraction is visible throughout the terrain, including numerous Oil Wells and a designated Oil Field, often connected by a major Pipeline that traverses the central plains. Smaller-scale industrial activity is marked by scattered Caliche Pits and Sandpits, likely used for local road maintenance and construction.

The topography transitions through the White Rock and Alamota regions, where the drainage patterns of Cottonwood Creek and Wild Horse Creek cut deep draws into the high plains. A few seasonal Spring sources remain vital to the agricultural character of Lane County. This survey provides a precise record of these hydrological features and property divisions just before more intensive modern development altered the rural infrastructure.