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2017 Map of Ainsworth NW

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Ainsworth NW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Antelope Peak rises above a highly dissected landscape in this Brown County survey, where the drainages of Plum Cr and Deep Cr have carved a series of intricate canyon systems. The terrain is characterized by complex geological formations, including the White Cliffs and a network of named ravines such as Horsethief Canyons and Bill White Canyon. These features suggest a topography that has historically dictated settlement patterns and land use, with most activity concentrated around water sources like Pine Canyon Reservoir.

The nomenclature across this section of the Nebraska Sandhills reflects a history of local ranching and family landholdings, evidenced by labels like Broyer Canyon, Hurlbut Canyon, and Lessig Canyon. In the eastern portion of the map, Moore Cr joins the larger drainage network, while Sand Draw marks the southeastern corner. This 2017 edition provides a precise view of these landforms, illustrating how the natural erosive forces of the Niobrara River watershed continue to shape the region.