1955 Map of Springfield, 1983 Print
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1955 Map of Springfield

USGS Topo · Published 1983

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The American Falls Reservoir dominates the landscape south of the agricultural settlement at Springfield. This mid-century survey illustrates the intricate irrigation network essential to the high desert, including the Aberdeen Springfield Canal, Low Line Canal, and numerous laterals like Lateral C6 and Lateral D1. The convergence of these water systems near the Springfield Bird Haven creates a unique habitat contrast against the surrounding terrain. To the south, the Fort Hall Indian Reservation boundary meets the Snake River at the Fort Hall Bottoms, where the historic path of the Oregon Trail is noted alongside the Fort Hall Historic Monument. Further north, the Union Pacific railroad corridor serves the rural communities of Sterling and Springfield, connecting these remote outposts to the broader regional economy.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1983
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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