2014 Map of Black Lake

About this map

The Nebraska Sandhills define this portion of Garden County, where a high concentration of ephemeral and permanent water bodies provides a unique hydrologic footprint. Named lakes such as Taylor Lake, Dennis Lake, and Wild Horse Lake are interspersed across the terrain, reflecting the region's reliance on these basins for livestock and local ecology. The map reveals a sparse network of section-line roads, including Road 138 and Road 187, which navigate the depressions between dunes to reach remote ranching sites and landmarks like Townsend Lake and Adams Lake. In the southern reaches, the namesake Black Lake sits near Lakeside Rd, illustrating the intersection of essential rural transportation and the natural topography. This 2014 survey documents the enduring character of a landscape where water and ranch access dictate the human presence.