2011 Map of Aurora East

About this map

Aurora anchors the western edge of this agricultural landscape in Hamilton County, where the grid of rural roads defines the movement of people and commerce. The terrain is shaped by the subtle drainages of Lincoln Creek in the north and Beaver Creek winding through the central sections. Water management is evident through the presence of the Peetzke Reservoir, held by the Peetzke Dam, and the depression of Bergeson Basin to the south. For those tracing family histories in Nebraska, this 2011 survey provides precise locations for several local burial grounds, including Hampton Cemetery, Youst Cemetery, and Salem Cemetery. The map captures a moment of modern rural continuity, showing the structured township system that has organized this prairie region for generations.