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1990 Map of Merriman

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Merriman
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

The village of Merriman serves as the central hub of this northern Nebraska ranching landscape, situated just south of the border with South Dakota. The settlement pattern reflects the enduring legacy of large family holdings in the Sandhills, marked by numerous named properties such as the Joy Fairhead Ranch, Garould Fairhead Ranch, and the Sandoz Ranch. Cultural and historical preservation is evident at the Arthur Bowring Sandhill Ranch (State Historical Site), a significant landmark in the region's agricultural history.

Water and transportation are defined by the winding course of Bear Creek and Dry Creek, which converge near the town center. Local recreation and aviation are anchored by the Cottonwood Lake State Recreation Area and the Cole Memorial Airport, respectively. The map also delineates the northern boundary of Cherry County, illustrating the remote connectivity between these high plains ranching communities.