2017 Map of Norden

About this map

Norden anchors the northern high plains of Keya Paha County in this 2017 study, situated just above the complex drainage networks of the Niobrara River. The landscape is defined by the deep incision of the Niobrara National Scenic River valley, where the water has carved through the plateau to create distinctive features like Kuhns Rapid and the Norden Chute. This map is particularly valuable for genealogical research, documenting the locations of the Norden Cem and Pleasant Vale Cem, alongside the critical crossing at Norden Bridge. Numerous seasonal and perennial waterways, including Middle Cr, E Middle Cr, and Fairfield Cr, trace the rugged descent from the flat tablelands toward the river valley. The transition from the open prairie of the north to the wooded breaks along the county line between Keya Paha and Brown Counties highlights the diverse topography of north-central Nebraska.