2017 Map of Ravenna NW

About this map

The Middle Loup River meanders diagonally across this central Nebraska landscape, serving as the primary geographical anchor for Sherman County. Its broad valley is flanked by a complex system of water management infrastructure, including Canal Number 3 and Canal Number 4, which cut through the terrain to support local agriculture. The surrounding uplands are defined by a network of drainage systems such as Beaver Cr, Wiggle Cr, and Brown Cr. Local heritage is anchored by quiet landmarks like Austin Cem and Verdurette Cem, which remain as permanent markers of the area's rural history. The section lines and gravel roads, including S River Rd and 787 Rd, demonstrate the enduring grid of the Great Plains, where topography and hydrology dictate the placement of every homestead and farmstead.