2017 Map of Mullen NE

About this map

Calf Creek Valley dominates this section of the Nebraska Sandhills, where the waters of Calf Cr thread through a landscape defined by dramatic dune topography. The map reveals the intricate drainage patterns and small seasonal wetlands typical of the region's unique hydrology. Human imprint is sparse, restricted primarily to section-line paths such as Dry Valley Rd and Virginia Rd, which navigate the depressions between the hills. This 2017 study illustrates the enduring character of this rangeland, showing how local routes are dictated by the natural corridors of Dry Valley and its surrounding rises. It is a detailed look at the geography of Cherry County, where the Public Land Survey System grids, such as t26n r32w, impose order over a fluid and shifting terrain.