2022 Map of Cheyenne Wells NE

About this map

The Smoky Hill River meanders through the southern reaches of this Cheyenne County landscape, reflecting the essential role of water in this high-plains environment. Historically significant for its connection to early migration routes, the river corridor is joined by the settlement of Old Wells, located along Co Rd W. This location points to the vital importance of reliable water sources for early cattle ranching and homesteading in eastern Colorado. The terrain is further defined by the drainage of Big Timber Cr in the north, while a network of rural routes, such as Co Rd Z and Co Rd 46, provides a glimpse into the modern land management and township-and-range surveying that continues to structure the region today.