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2020 Map of Hammett

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Hammett
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Hammett serves as the central hub of this high-desert landscape, where the agricultural life of Elmore County depends on the complex water management of the Snake River. The map illustrates the sophisticated irrigation infrastructure required for farming in this arid region, most notably the King Hill Main Canal and its winding course north of the river. This modern survey contrasts the historic passage of the Old Oregon Trail Hwy and Old Oregon Trail Rd with current transportation corridors like Interstate 84.

Down in the river valley, topographic details reveal the distinct shapes of Schoffs Island and Sparlin Island, while The Narrows indicates a significant constriction in the river's path. Numerous drainages such as Bennett Creek, Cold Springs Creek, and Sailor Creek carve into the surrounding plateaus, supported by isolated water sources like Simpkins Spring. These geographical features define the rural character of the border between Elmore and Owyhee counties.