2014 Map of Farm Flat

About this map

Doughboy sits at the northern edge of this Nebraska Sandhills landscape, where the Snake River carves a winding path through the high plains. The terrain is defined by a series of expansive tablelands and depressions, including Farm Flat, Enscow Flat, and School Section Flat, a name reflecting the historical practice of designating specific land sections for the support of local education. Water is a constant presence despite the arid environment, with the drainage of Boardman Cr and Gordon Creek creating a network of small lakes and ponds like Lake John and Badger Lake. To the south, Aljo Hill rises above Evies Flat, providing a prominent landmark in a region characterized by wide valleys such as Peterson Valley and Grove Valley. This map documents a sparsely populated but geographically complex ranching country, showing the intricate relationship between the region's unique hydrology and its naming conventions.