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1978 Map of Meteor

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Meteor
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir dominates the northwestern corner of this high-desert landscape, where the water is tucked behind the steep breaks of Browns Bench. This late 1970s survey captures a transition point on the Idaho-Nevada border, where the Union Pacific railroad corridor serves as the primary artery through the sagebrush plains. Small settlements like Meteor and Idavada represent the sparse human footprint in this rugged region of Twin Falls County, often centered on vital water sources and rail access.

The topography is defined by sharp elevation changes, from the depths of Norton Canyon to the many named water points critical for survival and livestock in this arid environment. Features such as Threemile Spring, Sand Spring, and Twin Springs indicate the location of reliable groundwater, while the Rabbit Spring Campground marks a point of recreational interest near the interstate and rail lines. This map is particularly useful for tracing the path of historic transit through the high-plateau country just north of the Nevada state line.