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2011 Map of Courthouse Rock

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Courthouse Rock and Jail Rock rise above the Nebraska plains, serving as iconic landmarks in this western Morrill County landscape. These distinctive formations are complemented by the Courthouse and Jail Rock Golf Course, illustrating the modern recreational use of this storied terrain. The area's agricultural reliance on water is evidenced by a complex network of irrigation infrastructure, including the Belmont Canal, Courthouse Rock Canal, and the Last Chance Canal, all fed by the winding course of Pumpkin Creek.

Beyond the natural and engineered landmarks, the map details the region's energy and water management history. Small-scale energy extraction is visible at the Greenwood Oil Field and Hart Oil Field near Alden. Further south, the Harless-Ogard Dam regulates the local drainage system of Greenwood Creek, while Deep Holes Creek carves through the southeastern portion of the quadrangle, reflecting the sparse but vital water resources of the high plains.