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2017 Map of Star Lake

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Star Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Star Lake and its surrounding water management systems anchor this high-desert landscape along the Lincoln and Jerome County line. The terrain is defined by a sophisticated network of man-made and natural catchments, including Seeding Reservoir, Pintail Reservoir, and Hidden Reservoir. These features, alongside the significant Milner Gooding Canal in the south, illustrate the intensive irrigation infrastructure required to sustain the region's agricultural and ranching operations.

Elevated landmarks like Wilson Butte break the horizon, providing a geographic counterpoint to the numerous basins such as 266 Mile Lake and Camp Two Lake. The prevalence of named reservoirs and the presence of the Star Lake Storage Berm Rd highlight a mid-century reliance on carefully controlled water storage. Local researchers can trace the reach of the canal system through various laterals, including Lateral 702A, which weave through the townships and ranges of this Idaho plateau.