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2020 Map of Marsing

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Marsing
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Snake River winds through the heart of this landscape, marking the boundary between Canyon and Owyhee counties. The town of Marsing serves as a central hub, situated where the river meets a complex network of agricultural infrastructure. This irrigation system is remarkably dense, featuring an intricate web of canals and drains including the Deer Flat Low Line Canal, Mora Canal, and the Lizard Wasteway. These waterworks facilitate the intensive farming seen across the flats, supporting settlements like Claytonia and Knowlton Heights.

Prominent landforms rise above the valley floor, most notably the distinctive Lizard Butte and Pickle Butte to the east of town, and the Chalk Hills to the north. Aviation history is represented by Weitz Airport and Symms Airport, which reflect the region's logistical needs. From the northern edge near Huston to the southern reach of Riverside, the map showcases a highly engineered rural environment defined by its relationship with the river and the systematic distribution of water.