2018 Map of Black Bear

About this map

Black Bear serves as a central point in this rural landscape within Noble County, defined by a complex network of flood control structures and agricultural infrastructure. The terrain is characterized by a series of engineered reservoirs, such as Upper Black Bear Cr Site 13 Reservoir and Upper Black Bear Cr Site 65 Reservoir, which regulate the namesake creek and its many tributaries. This land management pattern is interspersed with sites of deep local heritage, including the Bohemian Catholic Cem, reflecting the early immigrant settlement patterns of the region. Distinctive landmarks like Knob Hill rise above the rolling plains, while a grid of section-line roads like Lariat and Independence connect the dispersed farmsteads and rural cemeteries like Zion Cem.