2015 Map of Oelrichs SW

About this map

Buffalo Gap National Grassland dominates this portion of the Nebraska and South Dakota borderlands, where the High Plains transition into a network of seasonal watercourses. The landscape is defined by the drainage basins of Horsehead Cr and its tributaries, including Beef Cr, which carve through the open range. This 2015 survey illustrates a sparsely populated region primarily utilized for ranching and aviation, centered around the Bogner Number II Airport. The map traces the essential transportation corridors of the era, such as Co Hwy 5 and Horsehead Rd, which provide access through the vast public lands. Fine topographic detail reveals the subtle relief of the terrain near Slim Butte Cr and the S Fork Blacktail Creek, showing how water has historically shaped the agricultural and grazing patterns of Dawes County.