2010 Map of Rays Lake

About this map

Camas Creek meanders through this portion of Jefferson County, defining a landscape of complex water management and high-desert terrain. The eastern section is characterized by a network of seasonal water bodies and marshes, including Muskrat Pond, Two-way Pond, and Mallard Slough, all feeding into the namesake Rays Lake. This area reflects a reliance on intricate irrigation systems, evidenced by the Holly Canal, Jackett Canal, and Independent Ditch that crisscross the lowlands to support regional agriculture. Above the wetlands, distinctive geological formations like Table Butte, Clay Butte, and Bunker Hill rise from the plain. The map also traces the Camas Refuge Rd, suggesting the proximity of protected wildlife habitats in this corner of Idaho as it appeared during the early 21st century.