The Samuel R McKelvie National Forest dominates this section of the Nebraska Sandhills, a landscape defined by its distinctive dune formations and interdunal valleys. These low-lying areas, including Powderhorn Valley, Chamberlain Valley, and Tombstone Valley, served as the primary conduits for settlement and ranching activities. Water is a critical resource in this arid environment, evidenced by Steer Cr and the Lord Lakes, which provide vital hydration for the region's livestock. Human presence is sparsely marked but deeply rooted, with small local landmarks such as Lamson Cem and Larson Cem tucked into the southern reaches of the quadrangle. Access to these remote ranching lands is provided by State Hwy Spur 16F and maintained routes like Powder Horn Ranch Rd, illustrating the persistence of rural life in Cherry County.
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1950 · Powderhorn Valley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1950 · Kennedy
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1950 · Kilgore
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1950 · Cody
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1957 · Valentine
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1959 · Valentine
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1985 · Powderhorn Valley SW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1985 · Cooper Canyon
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1985 · Cody SE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1985 · Cody
USGS Topo · 1:100,000