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2013 Map of Wheatgrass Bench

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Wheatgrass Bench
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Wheatgrass Bench rises above the high desert floor of southeastern Idaho, where agricultural life and water management define the landscape. This 2013 survey documents the sophisticated network of irrigation necessary for farming in the Arbon Valley, including the Bannock Canal, Tyhee Canal, and the Big Siphon Wasteway. The settlement of Bannock sits near the northern edge of the map, adjacent to the massive American Falls Reservoir, which serves as a critical water source for the region.

The map reveals a distinctive blend of industrial and cultural landmarks, from the Compressor Station Bench to the Sun Dance Ground located near Bannock Cr. Local travel and property divisions are marked by a grid of named routes like Ramsey Rd and Old Arbon Valley Rd, reflecting the intersection of modern infrastructure and the long-standing ranching traditions of Power County. The southern reaches are characterized by the more dissected terrain around Blind Spring Cr and the heights of Blind Spring.