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1965 Map of Bayard SW

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Bayard SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Irrigation infrastructure and river-bottom agriculture dominate this landscape along the North Platte River during the mid-1960s. The region is defined by a dense network of man-made waterways, including the Tri-State Canal and Minatare Canal, which support the farming operations in Highland and Tabor. These water systems, coupled with the Union Pacific railroad corridor, shaped the development of local hubs like Minatare and McGrew.

Tracing the path of the river reveals complex topographical features such as Long Island and the prominent Castle Rock formations. Further north, evidence of earlier transport efforts is preserved in the Old Railroad Grade near Baxter Drain. Smaller, family-centered settlements like Clouse and Tony appear alongside essential community landmarks such as the Highland Sch and the Adventist Ch, providing a detailed look at the social and industrial layout of Scotts Bluff County.