How many miles is one side of a township?

A township, as defined in the Public Land Survey System, typically has a square shape measuring six miles on each side. This means that the total area of a township is 36 square miles (since 6 miles x 6 miles = 36 square miles). The dimensions of the township are important for land surveying, property division, and understanding real estate in those areas. Each township is further divided into sections, typically 36 sections, with each section being one square mile in size. This standardized measurement helps maintain consistency in land management and property transactions across the United States.