1957 Map of Copperfield

About this map

The Snake River defines the canyon landscape of this mid-century survey, marking the border between Idaho and Oregon. At the northern end, the settlement of Copperfield and the Oxbow Sch sit near a sharp bend in the river, while the Baker-Homestead Highway traces the western bank. A significant detail is the blue hatching along the river corridor, indicating the vast areas slated to be submerged by the impending Brownlee Dam. This transition is further evidenced by the presence of the Brownlee Sch and the Gaging Sta along the water's edge. To the east, the terrain rises sharply toward Cuddy Mountain within the Payette National Forest, while the western slopes are part of the Whitman National Forest. Local landmarks like Wildhorse Falls and the Microwave Relay Station provide specific points of reference in this high-relief environment.