Sutherland (Nebraska)

A section of hills along the South Platte River near Sutherland. Because the bluffs come very close to the river, early travelers were forced to traverse the bluffs above the bottom land. Some of the most clearly defined and well preserved remnants of the Oregon-California Trail remain here as evidence of the great westward migration of the mid-nineteenth century. Ruts can clearly be seen at the eastbound Interstate 80 rest area one mile east of the Sutherland interchange. On the National Register of Historic Sites.

The significance of this bridge to the history of Nebraska bridge building can hardly be overstated. This remarkable structure is significant as perhaps the best remaining example of the state aid bridges. Although some 77 structures were built throughout the state under this program between 1912 and 1936, only 17 remain in use. The Sutherland Bridge is also technologically significant as the best example in the state of concrete arch construction. Moreover, of the 17 multiple-span concrete arch bridges built under the state aid program in the 1910s and 1920s, all but the Sutherland Bridge have been destroyed or substantially altered, leaving this structure as the sole intact example of this important construction trend. Located five miles north of Sutherland on Prairie Trace Road. At the far east edge of Sutherland, just east of Ozzie's General Store, turn north off of Highway This road becomes Prairie Trace, and is paved all the way to the Sutherland State Aid Bridge, which is still the only crossing of the North Platte River. Local school kids frequently "decorate" this bridge with graffiti.

Just a quarter of a mile north of the Sutherland State Aid Bridge on Prairie Trace Road. These are some of the best preserved ruts on the Mormon Trail. There is an informational panel marking the spot. While the ruts are on private land, if you do no damage, you can cross the fence and walk in the ruts. Be careful there can be rattle snakes in this area, and even though the Sand Hills ground looks tough, it is very delicate and easily damaged.

The CVB maintains a comprehensive list of attractions, events, lodging and dining establishments in all of Lincoln County.

Held annually on July 3 & 4. The celebration features kids' games and races, a parade, a community barbecue, and rodeo.

The center of the community. Known as the "Sailors" (the only known mascot of its kind), Sutherland athletes compete in football, volleyball, cross-country running, wrestling, basketball, track and golf. If you're looking for the locals on a Friday night during the fall and winter, look either in the gym or the football field.

This family farm specializes in free-range chickens, but they also maintain a Sporting Clays Range and offer hunts for prairie dogs, turkey, waterfowl, upland game and deer.

This 3,000 acre reservoir offers fishing and water sports.