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2009 Map of Topeka

Name: 2009 Topographic Map of Topeka
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2009
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2009

About this map

Topeka serves as the focal point of this 2009 survey, showcasing a dense urban grid bisected by the Kansas River. The state capital's layout reflects a mixture of historic residential neighborhoods and modern civic institutions, with the campus of Washburn University anchoring the central district. Key transportation hubs like the Billard Municipal Airport in Oakland and the major regional arteries framing the city highlight its role as a jurisdictional and commercial center.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the numerous burial grounds surrounding the core, including Mount Hope Cemetery, Rochester Cemetery, and Mount Auburn Cemetery. The landscape is defined by the winding paths of Shunganunga Creek and Soldier Creek, as well as prominent natural landmarks like Burnett Mound. Community life is further evidenced by suburban developments like Highland Village and Southwest Village, alongside recreational spaces such as the Topeka Zoological Park and Highland Park.