1979 Map of Murray Lake SW
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1979 Map of Murray Lake SW

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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Warner Ranch and other family-held homesteads anchor this 1970s landscape in Banner County, where the High Plains topography is defined by deep drainage systems. The intricate branching of Bull Canyon and Long Canyon dominates the terrain, illustrating the erosional patterns of the Nebraska panhandle. This era shows a transition in land use, where traditional ranching at Wynne Ranch and Patton Ranch exists alongside specialized infrastructure like the Anderson Landing Strip. Resource extraction is evident through scattered Oil Well locations, Drill Hole sites, and a Gravel Pit, signaling the industrial interests of the period. Sparse water sources, such as the Clay Springs Draw and a lone Spring, remain critical landmarks in this semi-arid environment.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1979
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.


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