2021 Map of Irwin SW

About this map

The Niobrara River winds across the southern reaches of this Nebraska landscape, creating a distinct hydrological corridor defined by Hall Cr and Hay Cr. This river valley, which includes the Lavaca Flats, provides a sharp contrast to the undulating terrain and sandhills found further north. Near the river, Lions Bridge serves as a critical crossing point in a region where natural water features dictate the movement of roads and settlements. To the north, the former rail corridor of the Cowboy Trl cuts across the horizon near Gay Lake, while the small settlement of Bayonne remains a named point in the central Cherry County plains. The layout of Irwin Rd and section lines reflects the enduring rectangular survey system that has governed these Nebraska ranch lands for generations.