2011 Map of O'Neill SW

About this map

The South Fork Elkhorn River meanders across the southern landscape of this Holt County region, providing a primary drainage system for the agricultural plains of north-central Nebraska. This 2011 survey captures the area's characteristic grid-based organization, defined by an extensive network of rural corridors including 487th Ave, 488th Ave, and 489th Ave. These roads segment the territory into large-scale parcels typical of the High Plains cattle and farming economy. In the northern portion of the quadrangle, the ephemeral Dry Creek cuts a jagged path through the section lines, highlighting the subtle topographical variations that dictate local land use. The map illustrates a contemporary landscape where modern infrastructure intersects with the natural watercourses that have historically shaped settlement in the Elkhorn River basin.