2014 Map of Shovel Dot Ranch

About this map

The Shovel Dot Ranch stands as a primary landmark in this section of the Nebraska Sandhills, situated near the winding course of the Calamus River. The landscape is defined by its intricate drainage patterns, with Skull Cr and Bloody Cr feeding into the river system. A notable hydrological feature, Fox Bayou, is situated north of the river, suggesting the complex wetland and prairie ecosystem of the region. Transportation in this area is anchored by Us-183, which runs north-south across the high plains, intersected by local routes like 846th Rd and Shovel Dot Rd. This map documents the boundary between Rock and Loup Counties, illustrating how ranching operations and natural waterways dictate the human footprint in this sparsely populated cattle country.