2011 Map of Emmet NW

About this map

Elkhorn River meanders across the northern portion of this Nebraska landscape, defining the local drainage patterns in Holt County. The area is characterized by a sparse network of section-line roads and natural watercourses, including the westward reaches of Holt Creek and the southern flow of Dry Creek. These waterways provide a clear look at the hydrography of the Great Plains before modern development or intensive infrastructure altered the terrain. The presence of 874th Rd in the northeast corner serves as one of the few named terrestrial markers, illustrating the rural and agricultural character of the region. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey preserves the topographical details of a landscape where small ponds and seasonal wetlands dot the open country between established river basins.