2014 Map of Sparks SE

About this map

The Niobrara National Scenic River corridor dominates the northeastern corner of this terrain, where the Niobrara River carves a deep valley through the northern Nebraska sandhills. The landscape is defined by the intricate drainage patterns of Fairfield Cr and Lost Cr, which cut through a high-elevation plateau characterized by numerous depressions and undulating contours. This 2014 survey illustrates the sparse human development in this portion of Cherry County, highlighting a region where natural watercourses and the protected river corridor remain the primary geographical landmarks. The map provides a clear record of the area’s physical geography, from the winding path of the river in the north to the tributary creeks that define the southern reaches of the quadrangle.