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2013 Map of Grand View

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Grand View
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Snake River defines the border between Elmore and Owyhee counties in this high-desert agricultural landscape, where an intricate network of irrigation systems sustains local life. Water management is the central theme of the region, evidenced by the Grand View Irrigation District Canal, Low Line Canal, and Shoofly Canal which cut across the arid terrain. The settlement of Grand View sits at the heart of this managed landscape, surrounded by family-named operations such as Dixie Ranch, Shoofly Ranch, and the Whitson Ranch.

South of the river, the geography transitions into the open spaces of Twentymile Flat and the drainage of Twentymile Gulch. Local infrastructure reflects the area's agricultural identity with thoroughfares like Triangle Dairy Rd and Dairy Rd. The presence of the Hintoir Reservoir and the uniquely named Gold Isle near the riverbanks highlights the ongoing effort to harness the Snake River for irrigation and settlement in this corner of Idaho.