
The northern reaches of the Craters of the Moon National Preserve dominate the southwestern quadrant of this Butte County landscape, where the volcanic terrain meets the agricultural valley floor. The settlement of Arco sits at the northern edge, serving as a gateway where the high desert terrain transitions into a complex network of water management. This irrigation infrastructure is clearly defined by the Arco Canal, Munsey Ditch, and Ferris Slough, which divert the waters of the Big Lost River to support local ranching and farming. To the southeast, the prominent rise of Sixmile Butte stands as a landmark against the lower valley, while the Arco-Butte County Airport and routes like the Arco-Minidoka Rd illustrate the modern transportation framework connecting this remote region.
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1955 · Idaho Falls
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Idaho Falls
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1972 · Quaking Aspen Butte
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1972 · Arco North
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1972 · Arco South
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1972 · Butte City
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1972 · Nichols Reservoir
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1972 · Arco Hills
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1972 · Fingers Butte
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1972 · Appendicitis Hill
USGS Topo · 1:24,000