1989 Map of Smith Lake

About this map

Pine Creek winds through this section of Sheridan County, shaping a landscape defined by expansive ranching operations and water management in the late 1980s. The presence of numerous named family holdings, including the Blaine and Blake Beguin Ranch, Bob Beguin Ranch, and Orr Ranch, illustrates the localized nature of land ownership and agricultural heritage in this Nebraska region. Central to the area is Smith Lake, which serves as a focal point for recreation and conservation within the Smith Lake State Wildlife Management Area. Infrastructure supporting this remote activity is noted by a Landing Strip near the south end of the lake and various recreational facilities like the Campground and Boat Ramp. This survey provides a precise look at the rural homesteads and ecological boundaries before further modern development.