1982 Map of Swede Creek

About this map

The Konza Prairie Natural Area dominates the northern landscape of this survey, preserving a significant expanse of tallgrass prairie at the edge of the Flint Hills. To the northwest, the small community of Ashland is marked by the Ashland Cem, while the winding course of McDowell Creek and its many tributaries, such as East McDowell Creek and West McDowell Creek, dictate the local topography. This area, largely defined by ranching and agricultural use, shows the integration of educational research lands with local rural infrastructure. Landmarks like the McDowell Creek Sch and Briggs Cem provide valuable touchstones for genealogical research, while the presence of a Quarry and a network of named bridges, including MacArthur Br and Thierer Br, reflect the practical developments of the early 1980s landscape.