2011 Map of Amboy

About this map

The Republican River winds through this rural landscape on the border of Nebraska and Kansas, anchoring a network of agricultural and historic sites. The area around Amboy and Lester Junction is defined by its water management systems, notably the Franklin Canal and the Superior-Courtland Dam which regulates the river flow near Pawnee Lake. This 2011 survey provides significant detail for genealogists, identifying several burial grounds including Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Martin Cemetery, and Wagoner Cemetery. A distinct bend in the river near Pawnee Village highlights the historical significance of this terrain, where tributary systems like Willow Creek, Elm Creek, and Hicks Creek converge toward the Republican valley. The presence of The Island and numerous named creeks illustrates the complex drainage patterns that have shaped local settlement and land use for generations.