2021 Map of Valentine SW

About this map

The Niobrara River carves a deep valley through the sandhills of Cherry County, defining the central geography of this landscape. Two primary crossings, Moosman Bridge and Darr Bridge, facilitate movement across the water, while the smaller Gordon Cr feeds into the main river from the south. This terrain is characterized by intricate elevation changes and depressions typical of the Nebraska Sandhills, where traditional routes like the One Trail Cowpath trace the high ground and ridges between township lines. The mapping of t33n r29w and surrounding sections reveals a sparsely settled region where transportation is dictated by the river's flow and the natural contours of the dunes.