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1956 Map of Blue Butte, 1973 Print
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1956 Map of Blue Butte

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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Volcanic landforms and military airspace dominate this 1950s Owyhee County landscape, where the Aerial Gunnery Range spans a large portion of the high desert plateau. Distinctive basaltic landmarks such as Blue Butte, Notch Butte, and Soldier Cap Butte rise above the surrounding terrain, serving as essential reference points in a region defined by its isolation. The map captures an era when the Air Force Reservation Boundary demarcated the land for strategic use, while cattlemen and travelers relied on the Castleford Road and Crows Nest Road to navigate the expanse.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions18 x 21.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain