2014 Map of Allen Valley

About this map

The North Loup River winds through the northern portion of this Nebraska landscape, cutting a path through the distinct terrain of Allen Valley. This 2014 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures a region defined by its hydrography, where the undulating surface is punctuated by significant water bodies such as Marsh Lake and Humpert Lake. The drainage network is further established by seasonal or perennial flows including Big Cr and Horse Cr, which traverse the central and eastern sections of the quadrangle. The lack of marked settlements or structures highlights the sparsely populated, ranching-oriented nature of this part of Cherry County, where the relationship between water sources and the land remains the primary driver of geographic activity.