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1972 Map of Brigham Point

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Brigham Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Volcanic geology dominates the landscape of southern Idaho along the border of Minidoka and Blaine Counties during the early 1970s. The terrain is defined by extensive Lava flows and unique geological formations, most notably the Bear Trap Lava Tube in the northeastern section and the prominent rise of Whiskey Butte. This arid environment is marked by an intricate system of ephemeral water sources and catchments, including Big Sinks Reservoir, Gabettas Reservoir, and Antelope Reservoir.

Human activity in this remote region is largely dictated by the topography, evidenced by a network of Jeep Trails connecting isolated points like Cream Can Junction. These routes link scattered water bodies such as Jack Brockie Lake and Brigham Point Lake, reflecting the essential water management required for ranching or land use in the high desert. The map captures a moment when the primitive road network and localized naming conventions, like Split Road Lake, provided the primary navigation for the area.