1970 Map of Ragan

About this map

Ragan sits at the center of this Nebraska landscape, characterized by the transition from the upland plateaus of Phelps and Harlan Counties down into the drainage of Turkey Creek. The map documents a predominantly agricultural region organized into townships named Scandinavia, Antelope, Prairie, and Washington. Transportation and conservation efforts define the layout, with the Burlington Northern line cutting through the terrain and the presence of significant wildlife areas. Water management is evident in the Richardson Lagoon State Wildlife Management Area and the Sacramento-Wilcox State Wildlife Management Area, which preserve portions of the native Lake and lagoon environments. Local heritage is rooted in landmarks like Immanuel Ch and Antelope Cem, which serve as primary points of reference for the surrounding rural farmsteads and well sites.