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1954 Map of Boise South, 1956 Print
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1954 Map of Boise South

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

State Capitol and the downtown core of Boise dominate the northern portion of this mid-century survey, revealing a capital city defined by its relationship with the Boise River and an extensive network of irrigation infrastructure. The landscape is crisscrossed by vital waterways including the Ridenbaugh Canal, Settlers Canal, and the large New York Canal, which supported the region's agricultural expansion. To the east, the State Penitentiary sits near the foot of Table Rock, while the southern reaches show the early footprint of the Boise Air Terminal. Educational and civic life is well-documented through numerous neighborhood institutions like South Jr High Sch and Boise Jr College. A notable detail for local historians is the site of Holcomb Sch (Abandoned), marking a shift in the rural educational landscape as the city's residential boundaries pushed outward.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1956
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain