2021 Map of Agate NW

About this map

The Niobrara River flows through the northern reaches of this high plains landscape in Sioux County, carving a distinct path through the terrain. This corner of Nebraska is characterized by its open range and a sparse network of section-line roads, such as Morrill Rd and Panhandle Rd, which define the ranching boundaries of the region. Published by the U.S. Geological Survey, the map illustrates the Public Land Survey System divisions, including t29n r57w and t28n r56w, which have dictated land ownership and usage since the era of original settlement. The topography is marked by subtle drainage patterns and localized high points that influenced the placement of travel routes like Murphy Rd in the southern portion of the quadrangle.