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1972 Map of Boise South

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Boise South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The State Capitol and the bustling civic core of Boise dominate the northern landscape of this 1972 survey, showcasing the city’s expansion south toward the high desert. The Union Pacific rail corridor and a complex network of irrigation arteries, including the Ridenbaugh Canal and New York Canal, illustrate the critical infrastructure that transformed this arid valley into a regional hub. Institutional landmarks are prominent, from Boise State College on the riverbank to the imposing State Penitentiary tucked against the foothills near Table Rock.

Transitioning from the urban grid into the agricultural and industrial outskirts, the map details the expansive Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) and numerous Gravel Pits along the valley floor. To the east, the Boise River winds past the community of Barber and the Diversion Dam, while the Ft Boise Military Res and Military Cem provide a glimpse into the area's long-standing strategic and commemorative importance. The southern reaches of the quadrangle remain relatively open, defined by Fivemile Creek and early development along Pleasant Valley Road.