2011 Map of Bull Lake

About this map

Wamaduze Creek winds through this expanse of Cherry County, defining the drainage patterns of a landscape characterized by isolated cattle operations and scattered water bodies. The presence of McLeod Ranch and S Hanna Ranch reflects the enduring pastoral economy of the Nebraska Sandhills, where large landholdings are necessary to support ranching. These named homesteads serve as significant landmarks in an area with few formal settlements. Water resources are concentrated at Bull Lake and Lone Tree Lake, which provide essential catchments for livestock. The primary transit corridor is Brownlee Rd, which connects these remote outposts across the prairie, illustrating the sparse infrastructure and specialized land use of this region in the early 21st century.