2018 Map of Sunny Slope Lake

About this map

Sunny Slope Lake is a focal point in this portion of Gove County, where the High Plains landscape is defined by the branching drainage systems of the Smoky Hill River watershed. The terrain is marked by the winding courses of N Fork Big Cr and Big Cr, which are joined by smaller seasonal tributaries such as E Spring Cr and W Spring Cr. The map reveals a highly structured rural grid, with local routes like Gove DD and Grove CC spanning the open country. This 2018 survey also illustrates the modern transportation corridor, showing the alignment of Interstate 70 running parallel to Old Hwy 40, a relic of the earlier cross-country highway system. The southern edge is defined by the headwaters of N Br Hackberry Cr, showing how the local topography dictates the flow of water across this agricultural expanse.