Old Maps of Arco, Idaho

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  1. 1955 Map of Idaho Falls, 1963 Print
    1955 Map of Idaho Falls, 1963 Print
    1955 Idaho Falls
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Snake River Plain and its surrounding volcanic peaks are captured in the late fifties, showing the region's unique mix of nuclear research and high-desert ranching. Trace the industrial footprint of the National Reactor Testing Station or find old mining sites like Empire Mine.
    5 unique versions available

  2. 1958 Map of Idaho Falls
    1958 Map of Idaho Falls
    1958 Idaho Falls
    1958 Print · USGS
    Eastern Idaho in the late fifties showcases the rapid expansion of agricultural and scientific outposts across its volcanic plains. Researchers can locate remote sites like Atomic City, mineral interests at White Knob Mine, and the cultural grounds of St Marys Mission.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1972 Map of Arco North, 1976 Print
    1972 Map of Arco North, 1976 Print
    1972 Arco North
    1976 Print · USGS
    Butte County ranching and irrigation are in focus during the early seventies as the desert valley meets the forest edge. Local historians can trace the Union Pacific rail corridor and find landmarks like the Butte Co High Sch, Hillcrest Cem, and the Natural Arch within the Challis National Forest.

  4. 1972 Map of Arco South, 1976 Print
    1972 Map of Arco South, 1976 Print
    1972 Arco South
    1976 Print · USGS
    The high desert landscape of Idaho's Butte County was a study in water and volcanic rock in the early seventies. Trace the Union Pacific rail corridor near Arco or follow irrigation landmarks like the Big Lost River and the Siphon.

  5. 1988 Map of Arco, 1989 Print
    1988 Map of Arco, 1989 Print
    1988 Arco
    1989 Print · USGS
    The Big Lost River Valley thrived as a high-altitude ranching and agricultural hub in the late eighties. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific line to Arco or locate smaller rural communities like Houston, Moore, and Butte City.

  6. 2010 Map of Arco South, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Arco South, 2010 Print
    2010 Arco South
    2010 Print · USGS
    The high desert south of Arco comes into focus in this early 21st-century study of Butte County's arid plains. Researchers can trace the complex hydrology of the Big Lost River and Ferris Slough or locate landmarks like Sixmile Butte.

  7. 2011 Map of Arco North, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Arco North, 2011 Print
    2011 Arco North
    2011 Print · USGS
    The high desert valley of Butte County comes into focus in this modern era survey of Arco and its surrounding ranchlands. Genealogists and historians can trace irrigation networks like Munsey Ditch or locate family plots at Hillcrest Cemetery.

  8. 2013 Map of Arco North, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Arco North, 2013 Print
    2013 Arco North
    2013 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of the Big Lost River Valley are captured here just after the turn of the century, showing the irrigation networks of Arco and Moore. Researchers can trace the layout of Hillcrest Cem or follow the waters of Ferris Slough and Boyle Cr.

  9. 2013 Map of Arco South, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Arco South, 2013 Print
    2013 Arco South
    2013 Print · USGS
    Arco and its surrounding high-desert basin are captured here in the early twenty-first century as the town transitions into the volcanic wilderness. Researchers can trace the water lines of the Big Lost River and Arco Canal or locate the Arco-Butte County Airport.

  10. 2017 Map of Arco South, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Arco South, 2017 Print
    2017 Arco South
    2017 Print · USGS
    The high desert of Butte County meets the volcanic reaches of the Snake River Plain in this detailed survey. Researchers can trace the northern boundary of Craters of the Moon National Monument and the vital water systems of Arco Canal and the Big Lost River.

  11. 2017 Map of Arco North, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Arco North, 2017 Print
    2017 Arco North
    2017 Print · USGS
    The high-desert valley around Arco and Moore comes into focus in this recent survey of Idaho's irrigation and mountain frontiers. Researchers can trace the vital network of the Arco Canal and Lower Blaine Canal or locate family sites at Hillcrest Cem.

  12. 2020 Map of Arco South, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Arco South, 2020 Print
    2020 Arco South
    2020 Print · USGS
    Arco and the northern reach of the Snake River Plain are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace water management along the Big Lost River or locate the northern boundary of Craters of the Moon National Preserve.

  13. 2020 Map of Arco North, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Arco North, 2020 Print
    2020 Arco North
    2020 Print · USGS
    Arco and the Big Lost River Valley are shown in detail during the early 2020s, revealing a landscape defined by high peaks and desert irrigation. Researchers can trace local landmarks like the Butte County Courthouse, Hillcrest Cem, and the Arco Canal.

  14. 2023 Map of Arco South, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Arco South, 2023 Print
    2023 Arco South
    2023 Print · USGS
    Butte County in the early twenty-first century reveals a landscape where volcanic preserves meet valley ranching. Trace the irrigation network of the Big Lost River and find landmarks like Sixmile Butte and the Arco-Butte County Airport.

  15. 2023 Map of Arco North, 2023 Print
    2023 Map of Arco North, 2023 Print
    2023 Arco North
    2023 Print · USGS
    Butte County's high-desert valley comes into focus in this recent survey, capturing the agricultural and civic life of the eastern Big Lost River Valley. Researchers can trace irrigation networks like the Arco Canal and locate local landmarks such as Hillcrest Cem and the Butte County Courthouse.

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