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2017 Map of Huddle Table

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Huddle Table
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Niobrara National Scenic River flows along the border of Keya Paha and Brown counties, cutting a distinct valley through the northern Nebraska plains. This 2017 survey highlights the specialized topography of the area, notably the broad, flat upland of Huddle Table and the deep incisions of Buzzard Canyon. The river corridor itself is marked by riverine features such as Cedar Island and Hartman Island, demonstrating the braided nature of the waterway.

Inland from the river, the landscape is defined by drainage systems like Chimney Cr and Cub Cr, which feed into local catchments including Cub Creek Reservoir and Batchelder Reservoir. The road network is sparse, centered on routes like Turkey Creek Rd, reflecting the rural, agricultural nature of the high plains. Tributaries such as Garden Cr and Smith Cr carve further into the tablelands, revealing the complex erosion patterns that define this section of the Niobrara watershed.