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2010 Map of Banida

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Banida
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Wayland Hot Springs and the winding Bear River anchor the southern landscape of this Idaho quadrangle, where a complex network of irrigation infrastructure supports the region's agricultural life. The map details an extensive system of water management, including the West Cache Canal, Treasureton Canal, and the Twin Lakes Canal West Lateral, which channel water from reservoirs like Twin Lakes Reservoir and Winder Reservoir to the surrounding fields. These engineering works are essential to the small communities and transit points that dot the terrain.

Settlements and railroad-related sites such as Banida, Winder, and Beers Spur are situated among landmarks like Little Mountain and Poverty Flats. The inclusion of Dayton Siding and Beers Spur highlights the historical importance of rail transport for moving goods and people through this corridor. Notable dams, including the Casperson Dam and Strongarm Reservoir Number Two Dam, further illustrate the sophisticated water control strategies employed in this corner of Franklin County.