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2011 Map of Sidney

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Sidney
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Sidney and the surrounding plains of Cheyenne County are documented here during a period of modern expansion. The landscape is defined by the winding course of Lodgepole Creek, which flows through the southern portion of the city. A network of dams regulates the local waters, including the Sidney East Dam, Sidney West Dam, and Blanke Dam, illustrating the sophisticated water management required in this high-plains environment. The map details the transition from the structured residential grid of the town center to the expansive agricultural sections to the north, notably near the settlement of Huntsman.

Genealogists and local researchers can locate established community landmarks such as Greenwood Cemetery and the Sidney Post Office. The infrastructure of the era is represented by a meticulous grid of rural roads, such as Road 34 and Road 28, and the modern recreational space at the Hillside Golf Course. The survey also highlights the importance of historic transport corridors, with Fort Sidney RD and Haskell Hill RD connecting the urban core to the outlying high ground.