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2013 Map of Bates

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Bates
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Bates and Cedron anchor this Idaho valley landscape, situated along the eastern edge of the Targhee National Forest. The Teton River winds prominently through the center of the sheet, defined by significant meanders like Rainbow Bend and Big Bend. The transition from the high, ridged terrain of Mahogany Ridge and Patterson Ridge in the west to the alluvial floor of the Teton Basin in the east highlights the region's diverse topography.

Water management and access are central themes here, evidenced by the Tonks Canal, Foster Slough, and numerous creek access areas. Local history and genealogy are preserved at the Bates Cem and Cedron Cem, while the infrastructure of the early 21st century is represented by landmarks such as Buxton Bridge and Bates Bridge. The area is a complex network of seasonal drainages and springs, including Paradise Spring and Boquet Springs, which feed into the river system.