2014 Map of Crawford

About this map

Crawford sits at a geographic crossroads in the northwestern Nebraska panhandle, where the White River meets the distinctive high-plains topography of the Pine Ridge region. This 2014 survey captures the town’s grid, including residential streets like Ash St and Elm St, alongside the critical path of Us-20. To the west, the landscape is defined by dramatic geologic formations such as Red Cloud Buttes, Lovers Leap Butte, and Saddle Rock. These landmarks overlook the winding Smiley Canyon and its associated scenic drives. The surrounding area is marked by water management and local history, featuring Lake Crawford, the McDowell Reservoir Number 1, and burial grounds like Saint John Cem and Crawford Cem. The transition from the rugged buttes to the river valleys is traced by numerous seasonal creeks, including Spring Cr and Cherry Cr, which have shaped the settlement and agricultural patterns of Dawes County.