1957 Map of Crane Creek Reservoir

About this map

Midvale sits at the confluence of the Weiser River and its middle fork, serving as a valley hub for the Union Pacific railroad corridor during the mid-1950s. The landscape transitioning east from the river is dominated by complex water management and high desert terrain, centered on the significant Crane Creek Reservoir. The map documents a rural infrastructure in transition, noting the Cozy Corners School (Aban'd) and the South Crane Sch as local landmarks among the draws and flats. To the south, Sugarloaf and Ant Butte rise above Paddock Valley, while the north is marked by Dutch Flat and Dixie Creek. This survey captures the detailed hydraulic network of the era, from the Gaging Sta below the main dam to various smaller catchments like the Little Crane Creek Reservoir and Soulen Res.