1955 Map of Twin Falls

About this map

Twin Falls stands as the central hub of this mid-century survey, surrounded by a complex network of irrigation canals and power infrastructure that transformed the Magic Valley. The Snake River carves through the northern half of the landscape, feeding the Milner-Gooding Canal and creating a stark contrast between the reclaimed farmland and the surrounding desert plateaus. To the west, the expansive Saylor Creek Air Force Range dominates the high desert between the Snake and the Bruneau River. This era shows the established presence of the Union Pacific railroad lines connecting smaller agricultural outposts like Filer, Buhl, and Jerome. The southern portion of the map transitions into the high-altitude terrain of the Sawtooth National Forest, where features like Wooden Shoe Butte and Badger Mountain overlook the isolated settlement of Murphy Hot Springs near the Nevada border.