1987 Map of Hire SE

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Middle Branch Middle Loup River and the South Branch Middle Loup River converge in this high-plains landscape along the border of Cherry Co and Hooker Co. The terrain is characterized by the expansive sand hills typical of the Nebraska interior, where elevation is meticulously recorded by markers such as BM 3433.4. This provisional survey preserves the geography of the Sandhills before modern agricultural or infrastructure changes, showing a sparse network of 4wd trails that cross the undulating landscape between the river branches. The absence of permanent settlements or towns highlights the cattle-ranching character of the region during the late twentieth century, focusing instead on the hydrological patterns and natural topography that define land use in this part of the state.