1970 Map of Sheep Ridge

About this map

The high, dissected plateau of Sheep Ridge dominates this 1970 landscape in Payette County, Idaho. The map reveals a highly specialized agricultural and water-management system defined by the Little Willow Creek and Big Willow Creek drainages. A network of man-made infrastructure, including a Canal, Flume, and Siphon, illustrates the effort required to move water through the complex terrain of gulches and canyons. Cattle ranching and land use are evidenced by landmarks like the Corral, several isolated Well locations, and a Storage Bin near the western edge. Notable family-named terrain features such as McIntyre Gulch, Clary Rose Gulch, and Patton Gulch provide important clues for genealogists and local historians tracking early settlement and land claims in the region. The map also documents numerous natural water sources including Bradford Spring and Sheep Spring, which were vital for sustaining life in this arid environment.