1986 Map of Hog Creek

About this map

The high desert terrain of south-central Idaho is defined by its seasonal water sources and steep drainage systems along the Elmore and Gooding County line. During the mid-1980s, this landscape was primarily used for open-range grazing and resource extraction, marked by the presence of a Gravel Pit and numerous isolated water points essential for livestock. Notable springs like Dead Horse Spring, Cedar Tree Spring, and Echo Spring dot the highlands, providing rare relief in an area dominated by the deep incisions of Hog Creek and Clover Creek. A lonely Cem stands as a testament to the early settlers who attempted to find a foothold in this challenging environment. The map also traces the path of a high-voltage Trans Line, showing the modern infrastructure cutting through traditional canyon lands near Thorn Creek and Dry Creek.