1950 Map of Sparks

About this map

The Niobrara River carves a deep, forested canyon across this mid-century landscape, separating the flat uplands of the north from the rolling terrain to the south. This area is dominated by the Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge and the Fort Niobrara Military Reservation, where landmarks like the Lookout Tower and Refuge Headquarters are situated near the river’s edge. Notable natural features such as Smith Falls, Tyler Falls, and Fort Falls illustrate the dramatic drop from the plateau into the river valley.