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2011 Map of Lucky Peak

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Lucky Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Boise River and its intricate water management systems dominate this Boise area landscape, reflecting a long history of irrigation and power generation. The settlement of Barber sits just upstream from the Barber Dam, while the massive infrastructure of the Lucky Peak Dam and the Boise Diversion Dam regulate the river's flow for the region. Significant engineering works like the New York Canal and Penitentiary Canal trace the elevation contours, illustrating how the high desert was transformed for agricultural use.

Industrial history is preserved in the upland terrain at Shaw Mountain and Lucky Peak. The map records the locations of several notable mining operations, including the Adelmann Mine, Black Hornet Mine, and Queen Mine, which sit tucked away in the gulches and ridges north of the river. These features, combined with recreational spots like Sandy Point Beach and the Sheep Creek Access Area, showcase the balance between Boise's resource extraction past and its modern utility and leisure.