2011 Map of Rock Canyon

About this map

Highland Cemetery sits as a quiet landmark amidst the vast agricultural sections of Dundy County, illustrating the persistence of early prairie settlement patterns into the 21st century. The landscape is defined by the convergence of several waterways, including Muddy Creek, North Branch Indian Creek, and Indian Creek, which carve deep through the plains. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the Rock Canyon formation and the vital water management infrastructure at Anderson Reservoir and Anderson Dam. Tracing the road network reveals a mix of functional rural arteries such as Max-Wauneta Rd and more descriptively named paths like Oil Drilling Rd and Wash Board Rd, reflecting the region’s dual reliance on ranching and energy extraction. The transition from the flat uplands to the etched drainage of Kelly Gulch highlights the erosive nature of the high plains environment.