2010 Map of Sugar Valley

About this map

The Bruneau River winds through this desert landscape, its course marked by a complex system of local irrigation infrastructure including the South Side Canal, Bieroth Canal, and Buckaroo Ditch. The map illustrates a region defined by its water management and sparse ranching history, centered near the settlement of Sugar Valley. Geologic and cultural landmarks punctuate the terrain, notably the City of Rocks to the south and the O X Cemetery situated near Hot Creek Rd. This 2010 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey documents the intersection of natural drainages like Sugar Creek and Jacks Creek with a grid of rural routes such as Pipeline Rd and Sugar Valley Rd, revealing how the high desert environment has been navigated and utilized for decades.