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2023 Map of Laidlaw Lake

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Laidlaw Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Craters of the Moon National Preserve encompasses a significant portion of this high-desert landscape on the boundary of Lincoln and Minidoka Counties. The terrain is defined by a complex network of ephemeral water bodies and catchments, including Laidlaw Lake, Steamboat Lake, and Basco Lake. Man-made water management is evident through numerous named catchments such as Bluebird Reservoir, Blackbird Reservoir, Bugler Reservoir, and Wally Reservoir, reflecting the historical importance of water security for livestock in this arid region.

Transportation through this isolated area is facilitated by established routes like the Kimama to Carey Rd and Shale Butte Rd. Near the junction of Laidlaw-Park Rd, the Laidlaw Corrals Airport serves as a remote aviation landmark. Other features such as Brokie Lake, Mac Rae Lake, and Carlotta Reservoir dot the landscape, illustrating the geographical distribution of seasonal water sources across the local townships.