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1985 Map of Arabia SW

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Arabia SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Valentine National Wildlife Refuge dominates the southern landscape of this Nebraska Sandhills region, preserving a critical network of wetlands and lakes. Large water bodies including Middle Marsh Lake and South Marsh Lake provide a distinct contrast to the surrounding dune topography. This 1985 provisional edition illustrates the sparse settlement pattern of Cherry County, where land use is defined by isolated outposts such as Rolling Stone Ranch and Red Deer Ranch.

Hydrological features such as the North Fork Plum Creek and Dry Creek wind through the sandy terrain, while Red Deer Lake sits as a significant landmark in the central-western portion of the quadrangle. The map reflects the enduring ranching character of the high plains, showing the balance between large-scale cattle operations and the federally protected conservation areas of the Nebraska panhandle's interior.