2011 Map of Lake Alice

About this map

Lake Alice and Lake Minatare anchor this high plains landscape in Scotts Bluff County, where a sophisticated network of irrigation infrastructure transformed the arid terrain. The High Line Canal, Tri-State Canal, and Enterprise Canal cut across the region, feeding various reservoirs and smaller channels like Lateral 24. This water management system supported local agricultural interests and small hubs such as James and Trout. Near the western edge, the Western Nebraska Regional Airport and William B Heilig Field serve as modern landmarks, while the Gueck Ranch represents the area's deeper ranching roots. Recreational development is evident along the shores of Lake Minatare, which features the Scouts Rest Campground and Lakeview Point Campground. The map reveals how the diversion of Winters Creek through various dams and drains created a highly managed hydrologic environment central to the community's survival and growth.