1948 Map of Idaho Falls North

About this map

The Snake River dominates this northern periphery of the county seat, where a sophisticated network of irrigation canals supported mid-century agriculture. Water from the river is diverted into an intricate system of laterals and ditches, including the Osgood Canal, Great Western Canal, and Sage Canal, illustrating the engineering required to sustain the upper Snake River Plain. Rural life is anchored by local institutions like the Coltman Ward Church, Fairview School, and St Leon Grange, marking the social centers of these small farming communities.