2015 Map of Swede Creek

About this map

Ashland Bottoms occupies the northwest corner of this landscape, where the terrain breaks into a complex network of drainage basins. The map reveals a rural geography defined by its waterways, including the winding McDowell Creek and its many tributaries like E McDowell Cr and W McDowell Cr. Local history is anchored by the presence of Ashland Cem and Briggs Cem, providing essential markers for genealogical research in this part of Riley County. The road network, featuring names like Konza Prairie Ln and Rooks Ranch Rd, suggests a long history of ranching and conservation. In the center of the sheet, Jewell County Lake and Briggs Br highlight the importance of water management in this prairie environment. The intersection of three counties—Riley, Geary, and Wabaunsee—occurs at the southern and western margins, reflecting the political boundaries that shape this rural Kansas district.