2011 Map of Applegate Ranch

About this map

Applegate Ranch and Mueller Ranch anchor this high-plains landscape in Lincoln County, reflecting the deep-rooted ranching heritage of western Nebraska in the early 21st century. The terrain is defined by the winding course of West Birdwood Creek, which traverses the northern reaches of the quadrangle. This area remains largely defined by large-scale landholdings and isolated rural outposts, connected by a sparse network of roads such as N Prairie Trace Rd. The map illustrates the persistence of traditional cattle country in a modern era, showing the relationship between limited water resources and the expansive pastoral geography of the Sandhills region.