1986 Map of Koshopah SW

About this map

The North Loup River meanders across this mid-1980s landscape at the boundary of Blaine, Cherry, and Brown counties. This Nebraska Sandhills terrain is defined by its water sources, with numerous wells scattered throughout the sections to support the regional ranching economy. The Mellott Ranch stands as a primary named landmark in a region where the land is primarily partitioned for grazing. Toward the north, Goose Creek cuts through the topographic contours, while the area near Purdum illustrates the characteristic undulating surface of this part of the state. The map records a sparsely populated but active agricultural corridor, showing how natural drainage and groundwater management shaped the distribution of ranching operations.