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1978 Map of The Arch

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of The Arch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The Jarbidge River carves a deep, winding path through the high plateau of Owyhee County, defining the eastern portion of this 1970s landscape. This terrain is characterized by expansive arid flats such as the Diamond Desert and Inside Desert, which are interrupted by the dramatic verticality of Cougar Canyon and Arch Canyon. Local landmarks like The Arch and the curious geologic depression of Crater Hole highlight the unique erosional features of the region.

Evidence of human activity in this remote area is sparse but specific to the ranching and resource management of the era. A Jeep Trail provides the primary means of traversal, connecting scattered points of interest such as Larios Camp, a Storage Bin, and a Corral. The presence of Cougar Spring and other unnamed springs suggests the critical importance of water sources in this high-altitude desert environment near Arch Table.