1964 Map of Kettle Butte NE

About this map

Arid agricultural and ranching lands straddle the border of Jefferson and Bonneville counties in this mid-century topographic record. The landscape is defined by its reliance on groundwater, evidenced by a network of numbered wells such as Well 4981 and Well 4936 that support the high-desert terrain. Transportation and logistics are catered to by a remote Landing Strip and an isolated Corral, reflecting the industrial and ranching infrastructure necessary for survival in this part of Idaho. The Kettle Butte Drain provides a rare glimpse into the local drainage patterns that define the southeastern portion of the map. While the terrain is relatively uniform, these specific improvements highlight the human effort to manage water and logistics across these high elevations during the 1960s and 1970s.