2012 Map of Utica

About this map

Utica sits at the southern edge of this West Central Kansas landscape, where the High Plains are etched by a network of drainage systems. The town’s layout is defined by streets such as W Bell St and Jackson Ave, with the Po and Utica Cem serving as central community points. North of the settlement, the terrain transitions into a series of creek beds, including the winding course of Big Windy Cr and the intermittent flows of Sand Cr and Wild Horse Cr. The small community of Alanthus appears as a rural node along these waterways, illustrating the sparse settlement pattern characteristic of the region. The boundary between Lane and Ness counties bisects the southwestern corner of the map, while N Fork Forrester Cr and Cold Springs Br flow through the southern reaches, highlighting the vital role of water in this semi-arid environment.