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2017 Map of Shelby

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Shelby
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Shelby serves as the central hub of this Polk County landscape, where the residential street grid meets the expansive agricultural sections of the Nebraska plains. The village is anchored by Graceland Cem at its northern edge, while the surrounding countryside preserves several historic focal points for local genealogy. The distribution of Wesley Chapel Cem, Palo Cem, and Thelen Cem across the township lines indicates the early settlement patterns of rural families who established independent community sites far from the main town center.

The winding course of the Big Blue River cuts through the southern portion of the quadrangle, creating a distinct riparian corridor that contrasts with the rigid township and range system. This natural waterway is supplemented by the Thelen Reservoir, reflecting the region's managed water resources. A dense network of county roads, including Co RD 131 and Co RD S, provides a clear view of the land divisions and property access points as they existed in the early 21st century.