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2014 Map of Rose

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Rose
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Rose and the surrounding rangeland of Rock County are defined by a sparse settlement pattern and the meandering drainage of the Sandhills region. This landscape features the small community of Duff near the northwestern corner, situated close to the Duff Cem which remains a significant landmark for local family history and genealogy. The terrain is marked by numerous small depressions and drainage systems, most notably Bloody Cr and Skull Cr, which provide a sense of the hydrological layout in this portion of Nebraska.

Us-183 serves as the primary north-south artery, connecting these isolated settlements across the undulating prairie. The map illustrates a high degree of land partitioning, characteristic of the rural West, where roads often follow sectional lines between larger ranches. This record captures the area as it appeared in the early 21st century, showing the enduring reliance on a few established routes and natural watercourses.