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1899 Map of Browns Creek, 1916 Print
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1899 Map of Browns Creek

USGS Topo · Published 1916

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The North Platte River corridor dominates this late nineteenth-century landscape, serving as the vital lifeline for a network of early irrigation efforts. Irrigation engineering is prominently featured through the Browns Creek Canal, Beerline Canal, and Belmont Canal, which parallel the river to support the region's burgeoning agricultural potential. Settlement is characterized by numerous family-named ranching outposts, including Beerline's Ranch, Moffatt's Ranch, and Hubbell's Ranch, scattered across the open terrain north of the river. The small community of Lisco and the post office at Orlando represent the early fixed points of trade and communication. To the south, the iconic landmark of Courthouse Rock rises from the valley floor, while a dense collection of prairie lakes such as Wild Horse Lake, Storm Lake, and Alkali Lake dot the northern landscape, illustrating the natural hydrology before extensive modern alteration.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1899
Date Published1916
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:125,000
Physical Dimensions16.4 x 19.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain