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2023 Map of Orchard

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Orchard
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The settlement of Orchard serves as the focal point for this section of Ada County, positioned near the intersection of several regional thoroughfares including E Monroe Rd and E Orchard Ranch Ln. This high desert landscape is defined by its military utility and drainage patterns, most notably the Orchard Combat Training Center which occupies a significant portion of the southern territory. The map reveals a structured grid of access roads such as S Orchard Access Rd and W Range Rd, designed to navigate the expansive terrain between the military installations and the northern ranching corridors.

Hydrological features are sparse but significant, with Bowns Creek cutting through the northeast, adjacent to the topographical depression of Sand Hollow. Specialized facilities like NG Orchard Mates Boise indicate the area's modern role as a hub for National Guard maintenance and training operations. The survey provides a clear view of the transition between private ranch lands and government-managed military reservations in the early 2020s.