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1958 Map of Marsing

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Marsing
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Snake River separates the agricultural landscapes of Canyon and Owyhee counties, anchoring a complex network of irrigation and transport in this post-war Idaho survey. The town of Marsing sits at a strategic crossing, bolstered by nearby developments like Knowlton Heights and the small community of Riverside. The influence of the Union Pacific railroad is evident, carving through the terrain near Claytonia while supporting local industry indicated by various Gravel Pits and a Cinder Pit.

Upland features such as Lizard Butte and Pickle Butte provide topographical contrast to the fertile Deer Flat and Lower Deer Flat, which are heavily gridded by canals like the Homedale Canal and Mora Canal. Local life is recorded through landmarks such as Huston School, Edson School, and the Grange Hall in Sunnyslope, reflecting a well-established rural society before modern suburban shifts altered the valley.