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2011 Map of Chesterfield Flats

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Chesterfield Flats
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Snake River winds across this section of Cherry County, defining a landscape of riparian corridors and expansive plains. The terrain is marked by distinct topographical features such as Tombstone Valley in the north and Big Dry Valley to the south, while the central plateau is dominated by the Chesterfield Flats. This 2011 survey illustrates the continued importance of ranching and remote outposts in the Nebraska Sandhills, centering on named locations like Bachelor Ranch and Ravenscroft Ranch.

Water management and connectivity are visible through the paths of Boardman Creek and Gordon Creek, which parallel the main river system. Human activity is concentrated around specific crossings and camps, most notably at the Shelbourn Bridge and Swanson Camp. The map provides a clear look at the sparse settlement patterns and the essential infrastructure required to navigate this vast cattle-country environment.