2014 Map of Western SW

About this map

Agricultural lands along the Saline Co and Jefferson Co border define this section of the Nebraska plains. The landscape is characterized by a sophisticated water management system, featuring numerous named catchments such as Murphy Reservoir, Schwisow Reservoir, and Jarchow Reservoir. These reservoirs are integrated into the natural drainages of S Fork Swan Cr and Cub Cr, reflecting the region's long-standing reliance on irrigation and soil conservation. For those researching local history, Bower Cem sits in the southern portion of the quadrangle near several numbered reservoirs, including Cub Creek Reservoir 17-C. The map provides a look at the section-line road network, where routes like Ne-15 and Ne-4 intersect a grid of gravel county roads that have supported these farming communities for generations.