1955 Map of Twin Falls

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The Snake River carves a deep path across this mid-century landscape, anchoring a network of irrigation and infrastructure essential to the Magic Valley's growth. The northern agricultural plains, dotted with settlements like Jerome, Buhl, and Twin Falls, contrast sharply with the expansive desert and lava beds to the south. This survey highlights the region's mid-century development, showing the Union Pacific railroad lines connecting cattle and produce hubs, while remote outposts like Wickahoney and Grasmere sit along the southwestern plateaus. Significant water management is evident through the C.J. Strike Reservoir and Wilson Lake Reservoir. To the west, the Saylor Creek Air Force Range occupies a vast tract of the high desert, while the northern edge is defined by the volcanic topography of Lava flows and the timbered slopes of the Sawtooth National Forest.