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1956 Map of Crater Rings SW, 1957 Print
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1956 Map of Crater Rings SW

USGS Topo · Published 1957

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Mountain Home Air Force Base dominates the eastern boundary of this mid-1950s high desert landscape, showcasing the military infrastructure of the Cold War era. This airfield and the adjacent Gunnery Range sit north of the Elmore and Owyhee County line, where the terrain drops toward the C J Strike Res. The map documents a strictly functional environment of early aviation and tactical training, including the extensive National Guard Maneuver and Firing Area in the northwest corner near the Ada and Elmore County border. Sparse desert life is focused around isolated water sources like Squaw Creek, Canyon Creek, and several named Springs. Evidence of local industry and utilities are found in the scattered Gravel Pit sites and a prominent north-south Pipeline that traverses the high plateau.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1957
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain