2017 Map of Natick

About this map

Natick serves as the central point of reference in this Thomas County landscape, situated where the high plains terrain meets the valley of the Middle Loup River. The river winds diagonally across the quadrangle, creating a distinct hydrological corridor through the surrounding hills. To the south, the boundary of the Nebraska National Forest marks a significant transition in land management and preservation within the Sandhills region. A network of rural routes, including Mc Mullan Ave, Gaston Rd, and Natick Rd, provides access to the interior sections and highlights the rectilinear surveying patterns of the township and range system. This 2017 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the quiet character of western Nebraska, where the sparse settlement of Natick remains tied to the water and the vast grazing lands of the forest.