2017 Map of Metzel Ranch

About this map

Metzel Ranch and the Upper Ruby Cem stand as quiet markers of the ranching heritage in Madison County. The landscape is defined by the flow of the Ruby River and its accompanying Ruby River Reservoir, with the Pioneer Ditch irrigation system demonstrating how water was managed for agriculture in this high-elevation terrain. Notable geological and archaeological landmarks such as Table Mtn and the Buffalo Jumps provide context for the area's ancient and indigenous history. The map records several natural water sources including Puller Hot Springs, Caldwell Springs, and the marshy Brunzell Slough. Diverse landforms like Fossil Basin and Antelope Basin punctuate the ridges, while various drainages such as Idaho Cr and Mormon Cr feed the valley floor, illustrating a complex network of seasonal and permanent water throughout the territory.