2011 Map of Axtell West

About this map

Fridhem Cemetery sits at the heart of this Nebraska agricultural landscape, serving as a significant landmark for genealogists researching the families of Kearney and Phelps counties. The map documents the western edge of Axtell and the settlement of Funk, both oriented along the east-west highway and rail corridor. The vital irrigation infrastructure of the region is prominently displayed, dominated by the Phelps County Canal which snakes across the northern half of the quadrangle. North-south section roads such as 20 RD and U RD impose a strict grid over the terrain, while the drainage of Dry Creek provides a natural contrast to the engineered waterways. Local centers of communication and commerce are noted by the presence of the Axtell Post Office and the Funk Post Office.