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2010 Map of Blackfoot

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Blackfoot urban area and its surrounding agricultural landscape are defined by a complex network of irrigation and river engineering at the confluence of the Snake River and the Blackfoot River. This 2010 survey highlights the importance of water management in the region, featuring the Blackfoot-Equalizing Dam and the Equalizing Reservoir, which feed a labyrinth of waterways such as the Fort Hall Main Canal, Little Butte Canal, and Corbett Slough Canal. These engineering works transformed the high desert into a productive valley, supporting nearby settlements like Wapello and Groveland.

Cultural landmarks and infrastructure are prominent, including the Eastern State Fairgrounds and McCarley Field on the outskirts of the city. The map also documents historical transit points like the Porterville Bridge and landmarks like Stevens Peak to the south. Local genealogy and land-use researchers can trace the development of rural roads and laterals, such as Neva Lateral and Dixie Lateral, which follow the section lines of this established farming community.