1900s (20th Century) Maps of Canyon County, Idaho
Explore 37 historic maps of Canyon County from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.
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(37)- 1906 Map of Mitchell Butte
1906 Mitchell Butte1906 Print · USGSEastern Oregon's high desert was being redefined by irrigation and ranching at the turn of the century. Genealogists and historians can trace early water rights through the Farmers Ditch network or locate remote family outposts like Isaacs Ranch and Prices Ranch.3 unique versions available - 1953 Map of Meridian, 1955 Print
1953 Meridian1955 Print · USGSThe town of Meridian serves as a hub for the Boise Valley's irrigation network in the early fifties. Local historians can trace the development of rural education and industry through landmarks like Columbia School, Amity Sch, and the Union Pacific Railroad.4 unique versions available - 1953 Map of Star, 1955 Print
1953 Star1955 Print · USGSNear the border of Ada and Canyon Counties in the early fifties, this map captures the intense irrigation culture of the Boise Valley. Genealogists can locate several rural schools and burial grounds including the Home of the Peace Cem and Lower Fairview School.3 unique versions available - 1955 Map of Boise, 1977 Print
1955 Boise1977 Print · USGSThe Treasure Valley and Owyhee uplands are shown in detail during the mid-fifties, capturing the region's transition into a major agricultural and urban hub. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific line through Nampa, explore the volcanic Jordan Craters, or locate the historic mining district of Silver City. - 1957 Map of Walters Butte, 1958 Print
1957 Walters Butte1958 Print · USGSIn the Snake River canyon during the late 1950s, this area shows a sharp transition from high desert buttes to irrigated farmland. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Melba, the location of the Glendale School, and the historic crossing at Walters Ferry.3 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Opalene Gulch, 1958 Print
1957 Opalene Gulch1958 Print · USGSOwyhee County's high desert meets the river's edge in the late fifties, showcasing a complex irrigation landscape of canals and siphons. Genealogists and historians can locate the Opalene School, the Boy Scout Camp, and remote outposts like Upper Rats Nest Spring.2 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Wilson Peak, 1958 Print
1957 Wilson Peak1958 Print · USGSOwyhee County at the end of the fifties is a landscape of high peaks and vital irrigation systems along the southern banks of the Snake River. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Wilson Cemetery, the Wilson Community Hall, and several remote mining Prospect sites.2 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Wilder, 1959 Print
1957 Wilder1959 Print · USGSIn the late 1950s, the western Idaho borderlands near Homedale were defined by a complex irrigation network of canals and laterals. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific line through Wilder or locate the Arena Valley School and Fargo Cemetery.3 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Sands Basin, 1959 Print
1957 Sands Basin1959 Print · USGSThe Owyhee backcountry in the late fifties shows a landscape of remote ranches and vital water sources before modern development changed the range. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites like Bush Ranch and French John Hill, or find the old Opalene School and Boy Scout Camp. - 1957 Map of Notus, 1960 Print
1957 Notus1960 Print · USGSIn the late fifties, the Boise River valley near Notus was a landscape defined by industrial rail and intensive irrigation. Researchers can trace rural school districts and family landmarks like Greenleaf Academy, Bowman Ranch, and Pleasant Ridge Cemetery.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Boise
1958 Boise1958 Print · USGSThe Treasure Valley and Snake River Plain come alive in the mid-fifties as the rail-and-river economy transitions into a modern agricultural hub. Trace the Union Pacific lines through Nampa or locate remote landmarks like Initial Point and the Rockville settlement.2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Kuna, 1959 Print
1958 Kuna1959 Print · USGSAgricultural expansion in southern Ada County is documented here during the late fifties as irrigation transformed the high desert. Researchers can trace the path of the Oregon Short Line Railroad and find local landmarks like Kuna Cave, the town Cem, and Kuna Butte.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Givens Hot Springs, 1959 Print
1958 Givens Hot Springs1959 Print · USGSThe Snake River valley in Southwest Idaho is captured here in the late fifties, showing the vital irrigation systems and historic river crossings. Genealogists and researchers can locate Givens Hot Springs and trace former river access at the Bernard Ferry (Site) or find the ancient Map Rock (Petroglyphs).2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Middleton, 1959 Print
1958 Middleton1959 Print · USGSMiddleton and the surrounding Idaho countryside are mapped here in the late fifties, showing a valley shaped by the Boise River and the Union Pacific. Genealogists and researchers can locate several rural schoolhouses like Lone Tree School and trace the complex irrigation network of the Phyllis Canal and Mason Slough.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Lake Lowell, 1959 Print
1958 Lake Lowell1959 Print · USGSCanyon County in the late fifties shows a landscape reshaped by irrigation, centered on the expansive Lake Lowell. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Lakeview School, Sage Acres Race Track, and the Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Nampa, 1960 Print
1958 Nampa1960 Print · USGSNampa and the Boise Valley are shown in detail during the late fifties, as the city expanded around its irrigation canals and railroad lines. Genealogists and historians can locate numerous local institutions, from Northwest Nazarene College to the Sugar Factory and many rural schools like Midway School.4 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Caldwell, 1960 Print
1958 Caldwell1960 Print · USGSCaldwell and its surrounding irrigation colonies are captured here in the late fifties as the regional agricultural economy reached its peak. Researchers can locate specific family-named landmarks and institutions like the College of Idaho, Gem State Academy, and the Caldwell Labor Camp.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Homedale, 1960 Print
1958 Homedale1960 Print · USGSHomedale and the Snake River valley come to life in the late fifties, showing a landscape defined by intensive irrigation and river transport. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Union Pacific rail corridor, the Labor Camp, and the Poison Creek Stage Sta.2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Marsing, 1960 Print
1958 Marsing1960 Print · USGSThe Snake River valley in the late fifties shows a landscape of burgeoning irrigation and riverfront life. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Huston School, the Symms Airport, and family-oriented spots such as Knowlton Heights.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Melba, 1960 Print
1958 Melba1960 Print · USGSIn the late 1950s, the irrigation of the Snake River Valley transformed this Canyon County landscape into a thriving rail-and-canal corridor. Researchers can trace the routes of the Union Pacific Railroad through rural settlements like Bowmont and Melba.3 unique versions available - 1962 Map of Boise
1962 Boise1962 Print · USGSThe Treasure Valley at the start of the sixties reveals a landscape of expanding towns and complex irrigation networks along the Snake River. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of modern Idaho through markers like Initial Point, the mining history of Silver City, and the early infrastructure of Lucky Peak Dam. - 1965 Map of Nyssa, 1967 Print
1965 Nyssa1967 Print · USGSThe borderlands of Oregon and Idaho come alive in the mid-1960s as the Snake River winds past Nyssa and its surrounding agricultural islands. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like the De Lamar Grange Hall, the Union Pacific rail lines, and the extensive irrigation networks of Farmers Ditch. - 1965 Map of Parma, 1967 Print
1965 Parma1967 Print · USGSWestern Idaho's river junctions and rail corridors come into focus in the mid-sixties as the irrigation network supports the growing valley. Researchers can trace family roots at Parma Cem, locate the Apple Valley Sch, or explore the grounds of the University of Idaho Agriculture Experiment Sta.2 unique versions available - 1965 Map of Parma SE, 1967 Print
1965 Parma SE1967 Print · USGSThe agricultural border of Payette and Canyon counties comes into focus in the mid-sixties, showcasing a sophisticated network of desert irrigation. Local historians can trace the specific routes of the Black Canyon Canal, the crossing at Rookstool Corner, and the path of the Sebree Canal.2 unique versions available - 1967 Map of Adrian, 1971 Print
1967 Adrian1971 Print · USGSThe Oregon-Idaho border along the Snake River is captured here in the late sixties, showing a landscape defined by irrigation and the rail line. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific tracks through Adrian and Napton, or locate rural landmarks like Big Bend School and Brown Butte.2 unique versions available
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