2021 Map of Barn Butte

About this map

The North Platte River defines the northern edge of this Garden County landscape, where it is joined by the braided channels of Lost Creek. This 2021 survey illustrates a deeply dissected terrain characterized by a series of prominent landmarks including Barn Butte and McCuligan Butte. The southern portion of the quadrangle is marked by Ash Hollow, an area of historical significance for travelers along the river corridor. The map details a complex network of local routes, such as RD 181 and RD 40, which navigate between dramatic landforms like Eagles Cliff and several named drainages including Wild Horse Canyon and Swede Canyon. This modern record of the High Plains environment highlights the persistence of traditional landmarks and the enduring rural road system in the Nebraska Panhandle.