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2013 Map of Malad City West

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Malad City West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Malad City and its western rural hinterlands define this high-valley landscape in southeastern Idaho. The Malad River and Little Malad River cut through the terrain, supporting a network of water management features including the Saint Johns Reservoir, Upper Pleasantview Reservoir, and the Billy Snipe Reservoir. These water sources are vital to the small agrarian settlements of Saint Johns, Pleasantview, and Gwenford that dot the valley floor.

Natural landmarks like Pleasantview Warm Springs and Big Malad Spring suggest the geothermal activity of the region, while the Malad City Airport provides a modern transportation link. The map details an extensive grid of country roads, such as Pocatello Valley Rd and John Evans Canyon Rd, which connect the scattered homesteads and ranches. To the west, the topography rises toward John Evans Canyon and the Sand Ridge, marking the transition from the irrigated valley to more prominent local relief.