1950 Map of Dutch Creek

About this map

The Niobrara River carves a deep valley across this northern Nebraska landscape, marking the boundary between Keya Paha and Brown counties. In the late 1940s, this rural area was defined by a scattered network of one-room schoolhouses and small community centers. Cultural landmarks like Highland Ch and the Lessig Cem serve as focal points for the townships of Garfield, Pine Glen, and Ainsworth. The terrain is deeply incised by drainages such as Devils Gulch and Dutch Creek, which feed into the primary river system. Local education is anchored by numerous named facilities, including Jones Sch, Park Row Sch, and School No 11. This mapping project was conducted as part of the Department of the Interior's post-war program for the development of the Missouri River Basin, documenting the elevation and water resources of these prairie uplands.