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1980 Map of Glen

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Glen and the surrounding high plains of Sioux County are defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages and the northern reach of the White River. The landscape is etched by Deep Creek, Spring Creek, and Bull Creek, creating a broken topography that dictated the placement of early infrastructure. The Chicago and North Western railroad cuts across the northern edge of this terrain, following the easier grades of the river valley. Local community life is anchored by the District No 33 Sch and the Glendale Cem, providing tangible points of interest for those researching the rural settlement patterns of western Nebraska. The interplay between the iron rails and these remote outposts illustrates the 20th-century transition from isolated ranching pockets to a more connected regional economy.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1980
Date Published1981
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain