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2017 Map of Pishelville

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Pishelville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Niobrara River carves a significant corridor through this northern Nebraska landscape, defining a region where water management and ranching intersect. This 2017 survey highlights the Missouri National Recreation River designation, protecting the river's character near Pishelville Island. The area's agricultural life is evident in the numerous small-scale water projects, including Vonasek Reservoir, Farnik Reservoir, and Bartos Reservoir Number 2, which dot the drainages of Pishel Creek and Schindler Cr.

Settlement patterns are anchored by the small communities of Pishelville, Dukeville, and Jelen, connected by a grid of numbered roads such as 885 Rd. Local history is preserved at the Riverview Cem overlooking the river valley, while the presence of the Lightner Ranch Airport near Stony Butte suggests the continued importance of private aviation in managing these expansive rural tracts. This map documents a modern balance between environmental recreation and traditional prairie land use.