1972 Map of Lisco NW

About this map

The North Platte River cuts across the northeastern corner of this western Nebraska landscape, marking a vital water corridor in an area defined by its historical transit routes. Just south of the riverbanks, the Oregon Trail follows the same natural path, traceably paralleling the modern irrigation efforts found at the Belmont Canal. This 1972 topography illustrates the intersection of pioneering history and mid-century utility, where traditional landmarks like the Lisco Memorial Cem sit alongside industrial developments such as a prominent Pipeline and a central Radio Tower. The survey also highlights the administrative convergence of several counties, with the three-way boundary of Morrill, Cheyenne, and Garden counties meeting in the southern portion of the sheet.