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1980 Map of Big Bend Crossing
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1980 Map of Big Bend Crossing

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Devil Creek carves a deep, sinuous path through this high desert landscape on the border of Owyhee and Twin Falls counties. This 1980 survey captures the isolated character of the Snake River Plain hinterlands, where historic ford sites like Big Bend Crossing and Old Bend Crossing provided essential passage across the canyon. The terrain is defined by prominent volcanic landmarks, including the broad elevations of Black Butte and Marshall Butte. The map reflects a landscape primarily utilized for open-range ranching, evidenced by the presence of a Corral, a Water Tank, and isolated water sources like Heil Well. A network of unpaved tracks and a Jeep Trail navigate the complex drainage systems of Cedar Draw and John Boyd Draw, illustrating the difficulty of travel through this dissected volcanic plateau during the late twentieth century.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1980
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain