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1973 Map of Taber, 1976 Print
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1973 Map of Taber

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Lava flows dominate the western portion of this high desert landscape, creating a stark geological divide against the surveyed agricultural and ranch lands to the east. The Union Pacific railroad cuts a straight diagonal through the center of the quadrangle, serving as the primary lifeline for the small settlements of Taber and Fullmer. This rail-oriented infrastructure is further evidenced by Storage Bins and a Landing Strip near the tracks, indicating a mid-century reliance on efficient transport for local commodities. The presence of the Base Line at the northern edge and numerous wells scattered across the grid highlights the systematic effort to manage and inhabit this arid Idaho terrain during the 1970s. For researchers, the map provides a clear view of how transportation networks and water access dictated the placement of outposts in a territory defined by volcanic geology and wide-open spaces.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1973
Date Published1976
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain