2017 Map of Carrico Lakes

About this map

N Loup River winds through the northern reaches of this Sandhills landscape, where the terrain is defined by the unique hydrology of Survey Valley. This 2017 survey reveals a remote area of Cherry County characterized by expansive wetlands and interdunal valleys, particularly around the eponymous Carrico Lakes. The human footprint is sparse, consisting primarily of a geometric grid of local routes such as Survey Valley Rd, Henderson Rd, and Hoyt Dr that provide access to the secluded ranches and grazing lands. The map illustrates how township and range boundaries, including t27n r37w, organize this vast prairie environment, preserving the traditional land use patterns of Nebraska's cattle country.