2021 Map of Storm Lake

About this map

Storm Lake and a series of smaller alkali and freshwater basins define this high plains landscape along the Morrill Co and Garden Co line. This 2021 survey reveals a territory dominated by internal drainage, where water bodies like Goose Lake, East Valley Lake, and the expansive Sand Lake are scattered across the terrain. The lack of structured irrigation or significant road networks, apart from RD 98 at the southern edge, suggests a land primarily used for ranching and grazing. The topography is characterized by subtle depressions and rises, with Tar Valley providing one of the few named landforms in an area otherwise distinguished by its isolated lakes, including North Rapp Lake, Rapp Lake, and Moffit Lake. This detailed hydrographic record is essential for understanding the shifting wetland patterns and water table of the Nebraska Sandhills.