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1986 Map of Rush Lake
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1986 Map of Rush Lake

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Sandhills cattle ranching and scattered alkaline lakes define this Morrill County landscape as it was documented in the mid-1980s. The terrain is characterized by a high density of small depressions and seasonal water bodies, with larger named features like Smith Lake and Rush Lake serving as focal points for the surrounding ranchlands. Large-scale agricultural operations are the primary human footprint, marked by family and institutional holdings such as the Applegarth Ranch, Bignell Ranch, and the Nebraska Boys Ranch. The network of unimproved roads and trails reflects the necessity of navigating this undulating terrain to reach isolated homesteads like the Thompson Ranch. This survey provides a clear view of the rural settlement patterns and natural drainage in a region where water management and grazing land were the primary drivers of the local economy.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1986
Date Published1986
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain