1964 Map of Wreford

About this map

The Smoky Hill River meanders through the heart of this mid-1960s landscape, flanked by a prominent levee system and the Union Pacific railroad line. This area of Geary County is defined by its watercourses, where Clarks Creek and Lyon Creek carve through the terrain of Blakely and Jefferson townships. The settlement of Wreford stands as a central point of reference, surrounded by evidence of early local community life, including several family-named burial grounds such as Wetzel Cem and Salchow Cem. Public land is well-represented by Geary County State Park and Logan Grove Park, reflecting a balance between agricultural land use and recreational preservation. A localized Quarry and the Radio Tower (KJCK) provide specific landmarks that help orient the viewer within this 1964 survey.