2013 Map of Star

About this map

Boise River hydrology and an intricate network of irrigation systems dominate this landscape between Star and Meridian. The map reveals a complex water management history through numerous named channels like the Middleton Mill Canal, Phyllis Canal, and Farmers Union Canal that distribute water across the valley. Centrally located, Eagle Island sits as a significant landform partitioned by the river and various sloughs, including North Slough and Phyllis Slough. This 2013 survey provides a clear view of the growing suburban footprint encroaching on the agricultural heritage of Ada County. Genealogists may find value in the location of the Home of the Peace Cem and Fairview Cem, while the Eagle Hatchery and Linder Bridge serve as modern landmarks within this shifting landscape of water and development.