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2017 Map of Thousand Springs

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Thousand Springs and the canyon-cut path of the Snake River dominate this 2017 landscape along the border of Gooding and Twin Falls counties. The area is defined by its complex hydrography, where numerous springs and creeks emerge from the basalt cliffs. Notable geothermal and aquatic features include Hot Sulphur Springs, Blue Heart Springs, and Banbury Springs. The river's descent is marked by dramatic landmarks such as Devils Washbowl Falls and the churning Kanaka Rapids.

Agricultural infrastructure is visible through an extensive network of irrigation laterals, such as Lateral S-19 and Lateral W-18, which support the high plateaus above the river valley. The map also captures significant geological formations like Box Canyon and Blind Canyon, alongside the distinctive Melon Valley and Eagle Bluff. This survey illustrates the intersection of natural volcanic hydrology and modern water management in Idaho's Magic Valley region.