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2011 Map of Lawrence

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Lawrence
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lawrence serves as a central hub in this section of Nuckolls County, characterized by a well-defined grid of agricultural roads and a network of seasonal waterways. The village's daily operations are anchored by the Lawrence Post Office, while the surrounding landscape is marked by the presence of significant local gathering places and resting grounds, including the Oak Creek Cemetery and the Presbyterian Cemetery. Small settlements like Rosemont and Saint Stephens dot the outlying areas, connected by thoroughfares such as S Pawnee Ave and E Blue Valley Rd.

Water management is evident through the presence of the Dolnicek Dam and its associated Dolnicek Reservoir, along with the Mazour Reservoir to the northeast. These features highlight the importance of water storage in a landscape drained by the winding paths of Oak Creek, Crooked Creek, and Liberty Creek. This 2011 survey captures the enduring rural structure of the region, where family-named landmarks and small-scale infrastructure define the community's geographic footprint.