1971 Map of Pocatello South

About this map

Pocatello anchors the northern reaches of this map, showcasing its growth as an Idaho education and transportation hub during the early 1970s. The sprawling campus of Idaho State University sits at the base of Red Hill, while the Union Pacific railroad corridor dictates the city's alignment alongside the Portneuf River. Local infrastructure is highly detailed, featuring landmarks such as St Anthony Hospital, Bannock Memorial Hospital, and a network of neighborhood schools like Irving Jr HS and Emerson Sch. To the south, the city gives way to the high elevations of the Caribou National Forest. Here, the landscape is defined by peaks like Kinport Peak and Gibson Mtn, with numerous drainage systems including Mink Creek and Johnny Creek cutting through the terrain. This map captures the transition from urban density to the protected backcountry of the Power County and Bannock County line.