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2010 Map of Hot Springs

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Hot Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Bruneau River winds through this remote high-desert landscape, serving as the primary corridor for settlement and agricultural activity. The small community of Hot Springs acts as a focal point near the river's edge, supported by the historic Hot Springs Cemetery nearby. Irrigation infrastructure is prominently featured, including the Buckaroo Ditch, Hot Spring Canal, and both Buckaroo Dam and Harris Dam, illustrating the vital role water management plays in Owyhee County ranching operations.

Further south, the terrain becomes more distinct with the deep incision of Bruneau Canyon and the curiously named Indian Bathtub. These natural landmarks, alongside various dry washes like Loveridge Gulch and Seventy One Gulch, characterize the desert geology. The inclusion of the Owen Ranches Inc Airport highlights the necessity of private aviation for connectivity in this isolated part of Idaho, while routes like Clover Three Creek Rd provide the main overland access through the sagebrush plains.