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1955 Map of Smolan

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Smolan
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Smolan and Salemsborg serve as the primary hubs in this mid-century portrait of Saline County, where the agricultural landscape meets the industrial footprint of the plains. The Missouri Pacific corridor cuts diagonally across the northern townships, connecting these rural centers to the wider rail network. To the west, the Smoky Hill Bombing Range introduces a distinct military presence, contrasting with the nearby quiet drainage of Dry West Creek and Middle Dry Creek.

Local history is preserved through the locations of the Smolan Cem, Falun Cem, and Rose Hill Cem, providing vital reference points for genealogists. The topography is defined by the Smoky Hill Buttes and numerous Oil Wells, reflecting the region's reliance on both natural resources and strategic geography during the post-war era. This 1978 update integrates aerial data from 1954 and 1977, showing the gradual evolution of land use and oil exploration.