2011 Map of Harvard NE

About this map

The West Fork Big Blue River and its northern branch meander through this agricultural landscape in Clay County, defining the drainage patterns of the Nebraska plains. In the southern reaches, the northern edge of Harvard is visible, situated just below the Harvard State Airport. This facility and the surrounding section-line road network, including Road 320 and Road 31, reflect the organized development of the region's transportation and aviation infrastructure. Local history is anchored by the Franklin Cemetery and Norwegian Cemetery, which serve as permanent markers of the area's early settlement. Small-scale water management is evident through features like Kreutz Reservoir and Mihm Reservoir, created by their respective namesake dams, Kreutz Dam and Mihm Dam. These landmarks illustrate the local reliance on managed water resources for agriculture and irrigation in the early 21st century.