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2013 Map of Star Lake

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Star Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Star Lake Ranch and the managed waters of the Snake River Plain define this high-desert landscape along the boundary of Lincoln and Jerome Counties. The terrain is characterized by a sophisticated network of water storage and irrigation, including the significant Milner Gooding Canal at the southern edge and numerous small basins like Rabbit Lake Reservoir and Seeding Reservoir. These features suggest a region heavily adapted for ranching and agriculture in a semi-arid environment.

Wilson Butte rises as a prominent landmark amidst the clusters of small lakes and reservoirs such as 26 Mile Lake and Zero Lake. The infrastructure of the early 21st century is visible through features like the Powerline Access Rd, which cuts across the central portion of the quadrangle. This map provides a clear record of how water management has historically shaped the settlement patterns and land use in this part of Southern Idaho.