2017 Map of Roberts

About this map

The settlement of Roberts serves as the primary focal point of this Eastern Idaho landscape, situated where the high desert plains meet a sophisticated network of irrigation infrastructure. This 2017 survey details the complex water management systems essential to the region's agricultural economy, tracing the paths of the Butte Market Lake Canal and the Bell Lassen Canal. To the south and west, the terrain is defined by drainage and distribution features like Kettle Butte Drain, Poitevin Ditch, and McCarthy Ditch, which redirect water across the Jefferson and Bonneville County lines. The transition from natural waterways like Taylor Slough to man-made canals illustrates the long-standing transformation of this arid environment into productive farmland. Transport routes such as Old Hwy 91 and Farm to Market Rd provide a clear view of the regional connectivity that has supported local growers for generations.