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1987 Map of Hecla
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1987 Map of Hecla

USGS Topo · Published 1987

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Hecla sits along the southern edge of the Middle Loup River valley in the Nebraska Sandhills during the late 1980s. This survey illustrates the intricate drainage patterns of the river's various forks, including the North Branch and South Branch, which carve through the dune-like terrain of the High Plains. The settlement is centered on the Burlington Northern railroad line, which provides the primary transportation artery through this sparsely populated ranching country. Spanning the boundary between Cherry Co and Hooker Co, the map reveals a landscape defined by dramatic topographical contours and the vital water resources that supported the regional cattle industry and small rail-stop communities in the twentieth century.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1987
Date Published1987
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 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