2017 Map of Valentine North

About this map

The northern edge of Valentine meets the South Dakota border in this topographical study of the Nebraska Sandhills transition. The landscape is defined by the incision of Minnechaduza Cr as it flows toward the Mill Pond, carving a complex network of drainages including Government Canyon and Fishberry Cr. On the higher ground north of the breaks, the Richland Harmony Cem stands as a lonely landmark among the section lines of the open range. The map illustrates the striking contrast between the flat tablelands and the sudden, sharp relief of the river valley, where prominent elevations like Frederick Peak and Blue Moon Ridge rise above the surrounding canyons. Water management and conservation are evident in features such as Fish Hatchery Lake and the northern reaches of the Fnnwr wildlife refuge.