2024 Map of Nelson Lake

About this map

Nelson Lake dominates this portion of the northern plains, serving as a primary hydrologic focal point in a landscape defined by the drainage of Square Butte Creek and Hagel Creek. The topography is marked by the prominent elevation of Square Butte, a distinct landform rising amidst the section lines of Townships 141 and 142 North. This modern survey illustrates the organized grid of rural infrastructure, where a network of section-line roads such as 24th St SW and 33rd Ave SW provide access to the vast agricultural and range lands. The map details the intricate contours of the surrounding drainages, showing how the local coulees and draws feed into the central reservoir and creek systems.