The “Great Platte River Road” is characterized by open vistas and even remnants of the road itself. Transmission lines and cell towers often overwhelm the sense of place of the trail. Natural erosion, development, and agricultural practices disturb the swales, ruts, and pathways where the trail existed. Over many years, sites along the Oregon-California Trail in Nebraska have also been impacted by metal detecting and excavation. These include road ranches and Pony Express stations. Public education needs to be strengthened and tools such as donations of easements can benefit sites and landowners alike.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Oregon Trail Statewide
The “Great Platte River Road” is characterized by open vistas and even remnants of the road itself. Transmission lines and cell towers often overwhelm the sense of place of the trail. Natural erosion, development, and agricultural practices disturb the swales, ruts, and pathways where the trail existed. Over many years, sites along the Oregon-California Trail in Nebraska have also been impacted by metal detecting and excavation. These include road ranches and Pony Express stations. Public education needs to be strengthened and tools such as donations of easements can benefit sites and landowners alike.
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