2014 Map of Wild Horse Hill

About this map

Wild Horse Hill rises as a central landmark amidst the expansive sandhills of Grant County in this 2014 survey. The landscape is defined by a series of prominent depressions and drainage basins, most notably the broad Van Nortwick Valley to the north and the cluster of southern basins including Big Swede Valley and Little Swede Valley. These features indicate the unique hydrology of the region, where seasonal water accumulation is centered on points like Swede Lake. The map reveals a sparsely populated terrain characterized by isolated valleys such as Pleasant Valley and Juten Valley, which likely served as focal points for local ranching operations and water access in an otherwise arid environment. This contemporary record captures the enduring topography of the Nebraska Sandhills before further modern development or environmental shifts.