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1958 Map of Driggs

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

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

Grand Teton and the high peaks of the Teton Range dominate the eastern landscape of this 1950s survey, marking a dramatic transition from the volcanic plains of the west. To the west, the Snake River and Henry's Fork define a fertile valley supporting established agricultural hubs like St Anthony and Rexburg. The irrigation network of the Teton Basin is clearly visible, feeding settlements such as Driggs, Tetonia, and Victor.

Transport patterns reflect the era's reliance on the Union Pacific railroad and the crossing at Teton Pass. The map highlights the vast protected lands including the National Elk Refuge and multiple national forests, such as the Targhee National Forest. Unusual geological features like the Sand Dunes near St Anthony and extensive Lava beds in Jefferson County illustrate the varied terrain of the Upper Snake River Valley.