The Desert Bloomed

Historical marker location:

Hansen, Idaho

( Marker can be reached from State Highway 50, 0.3 miles north of County Road E3900N, on the left when traveling north.)

"The Miracle of Water and the Beginning of Idaho's Magic Valley".

The Snake River that runs through Idaho played a crucial role in the development of the state. The river was used to transport goods and supplies, and it was also used to generate hydroelectric power, which helped to fuel the state's growth and development.