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1986 Map of Teapot Dome

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Teapot Dome
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Teapot Dome rises as a prominent landmark in this high-desert landscape of Elmore County, documented here as it appeared in the mid-1980s. The area is defined by a network of drainage systems and vital water sources, including the perennial flow of Rattlesnake Creek and Bennett Creek. Human management of this arid environment is evident through several named catchments, such as John Hoffman Reservoir, Lamberton Reservoir, and Keith Reservoir, which provided essential water storage for local ranching or agricultural needs.

Evidence of historical land use and infrastructure is scattered across the terrain, from the Gravel Pit near the eastern margin to the Radio Towers and utility Substation in the west. Localized water sources like Frenchman Springs and Rattlesnake Spring likely served as important points for early travelers and livestock. The southern reaches are marked by the thermal influence of Hot Springs Creek, highlighting the unique geological character of this corner of the Idaho desert.