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1990 Map of Mayfield SW

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Mayfield SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

The high desert landscape along the Ada Co Elmore Co border is defined by a series of intermittent drainages including McElroy Hollow and Sand Hollow Draw. In the late 20th century, this area of Idaho served as a utility corridor, marked by extensive pipelines and transmission lines that cut across the undulating terrain. A distinct piece of transportation history is preserved here in the form of an Old Railroad Grade running through the northwestern section, indicating former rail connectivity through the hollows.

Local infrastructure is sparse but functional, centered around Base Line Road and several industrial sites such as a Gravel Pit and various Borrow Pits. Water management for the arid surroundings is evidenced by named seasonal flows like Bowns Creek, Soles Rest Creek, and Squaw Creek. The presence of Storage Bins and a Substa highlights the area's role in local agricultural or utility support near the turn of the decade.