2014 Map of Monroe

About this map

The Loup River and its parallel human-made counterpart, the Loup River Canal, dominate this section of the Platte Valley. This 2014 survey documents the agricultural and hydrological layout of the region, where the town of Monroe serves as a local hub near the intersection of Columbus Ave and Railroad Ave. The landscape is a study in precision irrigation and drainage, evidenced by the long straight reaches of the Lost Cr Ditch and the regulated flow of the canal system north of the river. To the east, the small settlement of Oconee sits near the banks of the Lost Cr, while Duncan is situated in the southeastern corner at the border of Platte Co and Merrick Co. The map reveals a highly structured grid of section roads, including Monroe Rd and 340 Ave, which facilitate the intensive farming operations characteristic of this Nebraska corridor.