2017 Map of Box Butte

About this map

Wild Horse Butte and the namesake Box Butte anchor this section of the Nebraska High Plains, where the terrain is defined by the winding course of Box Butte Cr. This landscape reflects the grid-based development of the American West, organized into distinct townships such as t27n r47w and t28n r47w. The map reveals a systematic network of section-line roads, including Cass Rd, Dodge Rd, and Grant Rd, which facilitate movement across the rural expanse of Box Butte Co. The boundary with Sheridan Co is clearly demarcated on the eastern edge, highlighting the administrative divisions of this ranching and agricultural region. These topographic details illustrate how natural landmarks like the buttes served as primary reference points for early surveyors and settlers navigating the sandhills and plains.