1983 Map of Marsland NW

About this map

Niobrara River carves a distinct path through the High Plains landscape of Northwest Nebraska, serving as the central hydrological feature of this 1980s survey. The terrain is defined by the significant escarpment of the Pine Ridge, where the elevation shifts markedly between the upland plateaus and the river valley below. Small drainage systems like Barngrover Creek feed into the Niobrara, illustrating the natural watershed patterns of the region. The map also reveals the intersection of three county lines, showing where Sioux, Dawes, and Box Butte counties meet. While largely rural and open, the landscape is dotted with several marked Irr Wells and scattered Wells, indicating the importance of groundwater for agriculture and livestock in this semi-arid environment.