2011 Map of Point of Rocks

About this map

Point of Rocks serves as a prominent natural landmark in the western Nebraska panhandle, overseeing a landscape defined by the drainage of Lodgepole Creek. This 2011 survey illustrates a sparse ranching and agricultural region where water management is critical, evidenced by the Herboldshheimer Dam and Nelson Dam. The map reveals a strict section-line road grid, including Road 24 and Road 20, which organizes the territory between major transit corridors. This era captures the area's transition into the 21st century, maintaining its rural character while supporting modern infrastructure that follows the historical paths carved by water and early western migration.