1973 Map of Champion

About this map

Frenchman Creek defines the local geography of Chase County, winding through the valley and feeding into Reservoir Pond just east of the village of Champion. This mid-1970s land-use survey reveals the importance of water management in this high plains landscape, featuring the Imperial Powerplant and a Gaging Sta along the creek. The area near the settlement is anchored by the Champion State Recreation Area, a focal point for the community alongside the local Springs. Away from the water, the terrain transitions into the distinct topography of Sand Draw and Foerster Branch. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Zion Cem south of the creek, while several Gravel Pit sites indicate the rural extraction industry of the era. The mapping also captures a network of field lines and fences, documenting the agricultural structure of the Nebraska panhandle during this period.