2014 Map of Bruner Lake

About this map

The boundary between Rock Co and Holt Co cuts through this sparsely settled pocket of the Nebraska Sandhills. The landscape is defined by intricate contour patterns representing the stabilization of ancient sand dunes, a terrain that has long dictated the layout of local infrastructure. Scattered water bodies like Long Lake and Bruner Lake serve as vital landmarks in this high-plains environment, where drainage is often internal to the sandy depressions. Access is limited to a few straight-line rural routes, including 850th Rd and 849th Rd, which follow the section lines characteristic of the Great Plains' grid system. This survey illustrates the enduring agricultural and ranching character of the region, where the vast majority of the land remains undeveloped beyond these essential county roads.