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2017 Map of Niagara Springs

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Niagara Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Snake River carves a deep canyon through this landscape, serving as the boundary between Gooding Co and Twin Falls Co. Along its northern banks, the terrain is marked by significant spring activity at Niagara Springs and Crystal Springs, where the plateau drops precipitously to the riverbed via steep routes like the Niagara Springs Grade and Crystal Springs Grade. These features represent a critical geological and hydrologic transition in the region.

Agricultural development dominates the surrounding plains, characterized by a dense network of irrigation features including the S Canal, J Canal, and numerous laterals such as Lateral S-10 and Lateral J-8. The small settlement of Appleton sits in the northeast corner of the map, connected to the broader region by the Bob Barton Hwy. The landscape reflects a sophisticated water management system designed to support the arid plateaus above the river canyon.