1962 Map of Wood River

About this map

The town of Wood River serves as the focal point of this Nebraska landscape, situated at the intersection of the Union Pacific railroad and Highway 30. This early 1960s study captures a complex riverine environment where the Platte River diverges into the North Channel, Middle Channel, and South Channel. These waterways define the large expanse of Shoemaker Island, a low-lying area that illustrates the braided nature of the Platte River system before modern channelization altered its historical course. Rural life is well-documented through the placement of several localized educational centers, including School No 25, School No 63, and Woodland Sch. The infrastructure of the era is evident in the Sewage Disposal Ponds near the town center and a Gravel Pit along the river, while the Wood River Cem stands as a permanent fixture for genealogical researchers tracing the early families of Hall County.