2017 Map of Sevenmile Hill

About this map

Sevenmile Hill rises as a prominent landmark in this segment of the Nebraska Sandhills, overlooking a landscape defined by isolated water bodies and expansive grazing land. This 2017 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the sparse settlement patterns of Cherry County, where land use is dictated by the availability of water. Named features such as Roseberry Lake, Speck Lake, and Meir Lake appear as catchments for the region's limited surface water, while the presence of Cox Reservoir Number 1 along Calf Cr suggests the vital role of water management for local ranching operations. The terrain transitions into the broadly level Prairie Dog Flats, highlighting the subtle but significant topographic variations that characterize this high-plains environment. Researchers will find a clear record of township and range divisions, including t27n r34w and t28n r35w, which continue to organize the remote interior of the state.