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1983 Map of Valentine SW

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Valentine SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

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The Niobrara River carves a distinct path through this section of the Sandhills, creating a sharp contrast between the riparian corridor and the surrounding upland terrain. To the south, Gordon Creek feeds into the valley, where the presence of a Marsh area indicates the low-lying, water-saturated nature of the bottomlands. This 1983 survey shows a landscape defined primarily by hydrological features and cattle country infrastructure rather than dense settlement.

Several instances of Flowing Well and Flowing Wells are mapped across the quadrangle, highlighting the importance of groundwater access for ranching operations in this arid region. The topography is dominated by extensive Sand formations, illustrating the characteristic dune-and-swale environment of Cherry County. The lack of town centers or major highways reflects the rural character of this part of Nebraska during the early 1980s.