1985 Map of Ord

About this map

The North Loup River and Cedar River carve a path through the Nebraska sandhills region, defining a landscape of irrigation and rail-connected settlements in the mid-1980s. The Union Pacific railroad serves as the primary spine for commerce, linking the county seats of Ord and Albion. This survey documents a critical period of water management in the region, evidenced by the Loup River Canal and several Gaging Stations along the winding waterways. Small agricultural hubs like Spalding, Greeley, and Petersburg are depicted alongside local landmarks such as Pilot Knob and the Pibel Lake State Recreation Area. For those tracing local history, the map includes numerous Cemeteries and smaller communities like Raeville and Primrose, providing a clear record of the rural population distribution and infrastructure before the turn of the 21st century.