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1950 Map of Jerome

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Jerome
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Jerome serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, revealing a well-established grid of schools, government buildings, and community infrastructure. The town's layout includes the Court House, City Hall, and multiple educational institutions such as High Sch and Washington Sch. Surrounding the settlement, a complex network of irrigation ditches and canals crisscrosses the landscape, indicating the high desert's transformation into a productive agricultural region. The Union Pacific railroad runs through the heart of the area, connecting Jerome Sta and the small siding at Hydra to broader markets.

To the south, the terrain drops dramatically into the Snake River canyon, where the river winds past Auger Falls. Landmarks like Sonnickson Butte punctuate the northern plains, while specialized sites like the State Game Farm and County Fairgrounds highlight the local economy and social life. Outlying rural schools, including Appleton School and Canyonside School, emphasize the decentralized nature of the surrounding farming community.