2011 Map of Bartlett SE

About this map

Clear Creek meanders through the central plains of Wheeler County, tracing a path toward the southern edge of this landscape where water management and local heritage intersect. The presence of Pibel Lake, formed by the Pibel Dam, highlights the area's development for recreation and local utility. This corner of the Sandhills region maintains a sparse, agricultural character, punctuated by landmarks like the Pibel Cemetery, which serves as a quiet record of the families who settled this part of Nebraska. In the extreme southwest corner, the Cedar River briefly enters the frame, marking a transition in the local drainage system. The map reflects a modern rural environment where historic land use patterns, centered on accessible water sources, continue to define the geography.