1971 Map of Owinza

About this map

The Union Pacific railroad cuts a straight line through the high desert landscape of Lincoln County, anchoring the small siding and settlement of Owinza. This 1971 survey reveals a region defined by water management and ranching infrastructure, where human activity is marked by isolated water sources and livestock improvements. In an area dominated by intricate contour lines and volcanic-like terrain, naming conventions like the Dietrich Allotment Well and Shirley G Spring suggest a landscape partitioned for grazing. Scattered catchments such as Monument Reservoir, East Monument Reservoir, and Banner Reservoir illustrate the essential role of water storage in this arid Idaho environment. Navigation through the complex topography is facilitated by a network of Firebreak clearings and Jeep Trail routes, providing a record of the backcountry access used by ranchers and surveyors during the early 1970s.