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1955 Map of Springfield

USGS Topo · Published 1983

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The American Falls Reservoir dominates the southern landscape of this mid-century Idaho survey, defining the shoreline for the settlements of Springfield and Sterling. The area represents a complex intersection of historic transit and modern irrigation, where the Oregon Trail passes near the Fort Hall Historic Monument within the Fort Hall Indian Reservation. An intricate network of water management, including the Aberdeen Springfield Canal and the Low Line Canal, supports the agricultural character of the high desert terrain. The Union Pacific railroad cuts through the territory, passing the Bird Haven area and several local landmarks like the Cem near Springfield. This record illustrates the transition from the pioneer era to the developed irrigation systems that transformed the Snake River Plain, preserving the locations of early monuments and family-named roads like Judge Road and Cushman Road.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1983
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain