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1958 Map of Caldwell

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Caldwell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

The irrigation-rich landscape of Canyon Co. in the late 1950s is defined by a dense network of waterways including the Phyllis Canal, Farmers Cooperative Canal, and Notus Canal. These engineering works transformed the Idaho desert into a productive agricultural hub, supporting the growth of Caldwell and satellite settlements like Notus, Enrose, and Midway. The central city is shown during a period of institutional expansion, featuring the College of Idaho, the Gem State Academy, and several public facilities such as Jefferson Jr High Sch and Lincoln School.

Transport and industry are anchored by the Union Pacific Railroad corridor, which passes through the heart of town near the Caldwell Labor Camp and several gravel pits. Local landmarks such as the Caldwell Municipal Airport and the Historical Monument reflect a maturing community. The map also traces various drainage systems like the Dixie Drain and Solomon Drain that feed back toward the Boise River, illustrating the complex water management required for the region's prosperity.