2017 Map of Cowles

About this map

Cowles serves as the central hub of this Nebraska survey, situated within the agricultural grid of Webster County. The landscape is defined by the branching drainage systems of Elm Cr and its tributaries, including W Fork Elm Cr and E Fork Elm Cr, which carve through the plains. Local history and genealogy are anchored by several rural burial sites, notably Batin Cem to the northwest, Salem Cem in the northeast, and Mulkey Cem on the eastern edge. A systematic network of section roads, such as RD S and RD N, organizes the territory, while water management is highlighted by the Gestring Reservoir. The map illustrates a contemporary view of this enduring farming community, preserving the location of family-named landmarks and local infrastructure like Cowles Main and Harlan St.