Gothenburg in Dawson County, Nebraska — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Dissected Loess Plains
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 6, 2015
1. Dissected Loess Plains Marker
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National
Natural Landmark
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This site possesses exceptional value as an illustration of the nation’s natural heritage and contributes to a better understanding of man’s environment.
1987
National Park Service
United States Department of the Interior
Erected 1987 by National Park Service.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Landmarks • Natural Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1987.
Location. 40° 55.989′ N, 100° 9.56′ W. Marker is in Gothenburg, Nebraska, in Dawson County. Marker is on 15th Street, on the left when traveling east. Marker is located on 15th Street between Avenue E and Avenue F. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Gothenburg NE 69138, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 5 other markers are within 11 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Original Pony Express Station (a few steps from this marker); The Pony Express (a few steps from this marker); The Road to Zion (a few steps from this marker); Swedish Crosses Cemetery (approx. 3.7 miles away); The 100th Meridian (approx. 10½ miles away).
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 6, 2015
2. Dissected Loess Plains Marker
Dissected Loess Plains contain loess (wind blown silt) deposits that are among the thickest (200+ feet) in North America.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 6, 2015
3. Dissected Loess Plains Marker
An original Pony Express Station can be seen behind the marker.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 21, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 6, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 556 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 6, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
