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1948 Map of Ashby

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Hyannis and Ashby anchor the southern reaches of this Sandhills landscape, situated along the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad line just after the war. The region is defined by a dense concentration of alkali and freshwater basins, including Mother Lake and the Wolfenberger Lakes, set against the dramatic relief of Mother Lake Valley and Hospital Valley. Large-scale ranching operations dominated the rural economy during this period, represented by family-named landmarks like the Becker Ranch, Keller Ranch, and Sterns Ranch. Educational hubs for the ranching families are noted at the Consolidated Sch and School Section Lake School, reflecting the community structure of Cherry and Grant counties. The presence of a Dipping Vat and various flowing wells near Jim Lake and Sand Beach Lake illustrates the critical infrastructure required for livestock management in this specific terrain.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1948
Date Published1960
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain