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1949 Map of Bliss

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Bliss
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

Bliss sits as the central hub of this mid-century landscape, positioned where the Union Pacific railroad tracks bisect the high desert plains. To the south, the terrain drops dramatically into the Hagerman Valley, where the Snake River carves a deep path through the canyon. This area is defined by a complex network of water management, visible in the numerous Canal and Ditch labels that facilitate local agriculture, including several Fish Farms and the Last Chance Reservoir.

Evidence of local movement and industry is clear through landmarks like the Cemetery, various Gravel Pits, and a Storage Bin located along the rail corridor. Local routes like Shoestring Road and King Hill Road provide access to the river's edge and the surrounding plateau. The map also documents resource extraction and land use through the presence of several Windmill Wells and a Water Tank, illustrating the essential infrastructure required for life in this arid region of Idaho.