2021 Map of Bourquim Hill

About this map

Velma sits at the southern end of a vast, high-plains landscape defined by a complex series of valleys and ridges. This region, situated at the intersection of Garden, Grant, and Arthur Counties, exhibits a classic Sandhills topography where drainage patterns are often subtle and localized. The map illustrates a series of distinct, named valleys that suggest a history of family ranching and homesteading, including Dunlap Valley, Colburn Valley, and Roberts Valley. Transport through this undulating terrain is facilitated by isolated routes such as Sillassen Rd and Carlholm Dr, which navigate the contours around notable elevations like Bourquim Hill. The density of named natural features versus the sparse human settlements reflects the cattle-ranching character of the Nebraska panhandle, where land is measured in townships and miles between neighbors.