Map of Power County, Idaho - Cities & Population, Where is Located?

Map of Power County - Power County is a county located in the U.S. state of Idaho. Power County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Power County located in the map, major cities in Power county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Power County Map, Idaho

Map of Power County, Idaho

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Map of Power County, Idaho

Power County is a county located in the U.S. state of Idaho. It's county seat is American Falls. As per 2020 census, the population of Power County is 7950 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,406 sq mi (3,642 km2). Power County was established on 1913.

Power County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateIdaho
County SeatAmerican Falls
Largest City/TownAmerican Falls
Established1913
Total Area1,443 sq mi (3,737 sq km)
Land Area1,404 sq mi (3,636 sq km)
Water Area38 sq mi (98 sq km)
Population7,878 (Census 2020)
Population Density5.5 people per sq mi
Time ZoneMountain Time Zone (MT)
Major HighwaysInterstate 86, U.S. Route 30, Idaho State Highway 37, Idaho State Highway 39
Major RiversSnake River, Portneuf River nearby area
Neighboring CountiesBannock County, Oneida County, Bingham County, Blaine County, Cassia County
Famous ForAmerican Falls Reservoir, agriculture, hydroelectric history, and outdoor recreation
Top AttractionsAmerican Falls Reservoir, Massacre Rocks State Park, Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge nearby area, Craters of the Moon nearby region, Power County Museum
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Power County, Idaho

Power County is located in southeastern Idaho and was established in 1913 from parts of Cassia County. The county seat and largest city is American Falls. Power County is known for the American Falls Dam and Reservoir, irrigated agriculture, scenic open plains, and outdoor recreation opportunities along the Snake River. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Cities and Communities in Power County, Idaho

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
American Falls (county seat)4,000+42.7860°N, 112.8544°W
Rockland300+42.5716°N, 112.8769°W
Arbon Valley600+42.4978°N, 112.5546°W
ArbonRural Community42.4920°N, 112.5488°W
NeeleySmall Community42.8010°N, 112.9176°W
PaulineAgricultural Community42.6637°N, 112.7362°W
RoyHistoric Community42.7418°N, 112.9397°W
American Falls Reservoir AreaRecreation Region42.7828°N, 112.8784°W

Best Golf Courses in Power County, Idaho

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Riverside Golf CourseNearby Pocatello42.8710°N, 112.4522°W
Juniper Hills Country ClubNearby Pocatello42.8953°N, 112.4328°W
Rivers Edge Golf ClubNearby Burley42.5657°N, 113.7845°W
Blackfoot Golf CourseNearby Blackfoot43.1877°N, 112.3381°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Power County

Major highways connect Power County with southeastern Idaho farming communities, recreation areas, and transportation corridors across the Snake River Plain. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

  • Interstate 86 - major east-west interstate through southern Idaho
  • U.S. Route 30 - important regional highway through American Falls
  • Idaho State Highway 37 - roadway connecting Rockland and nearby valleys
  • Idaho State Highway 39 - scenic route through agricultural communities

Neighboring Counties of Power County

  • Bannock County (east)
  • Oneida County (south)
  • Bingham County (north)
  • Blaine County (northwest)
  • Cassia County (southwest)

What are Top Attractions in Power County, Idaho

The county offers reservoirs, fishing, camping, wildlife viewing, volcanic landscapes, and scenic recreation areas throughout southeastern Idaho. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
American Falls ReservoirAmerican FallsBoating, fishing, and water recreation
Massacre Rocks State ParkAmerican Falls AreaOregon Trail history and camping
Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge Nearby AreaWestern RegionBirdwatching and wildlife habitat
Craters of the Moon Nearby RegionNorthwestern AreaVolcanic landscapes and lava fields
Power County MuseumAmerican FallsLocal pioneer and agricultural history
American Falls DamAmerican FallsHydroelectric and irrigation engineering landmark
Snake River Recreation AreasCountywideFishing, boating, and scenic river views
Rockland ValleyRocklandRural scenery and farming landscapes
Arbon Valley Scenic AreaArbon ValleyOpen plains and mountain views
Oregon Trail Historic RoutesCountywidePioneer migration history and interpretive sites

Distance from Power County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • American Falls to Pocatello, Idaho - 27 mi (43 km)
  • American Falls to Blackfoot, Idaho - 49 mi (79 km)
  • American Falls to Burley, Idaho - 49 mi (79 km)
  • American Falls to Idaho Falls, Idaho - 74 mi (119 km)
  • American Falls to Twin Falls, Idaho - 89 mi (143 km)
  • American Falls to Boise, Idaho - 191 mi (307 km)
  • American Falls to Salt Lake City, Utah - 166 mi (267 km)
  • American Falls to Jackson, Wyoming - 129 mi (208 km)
  • American Falls to Yellowstone National Park - 176 mi (283 km)
  • American Falls to Denver, Colorado - 594 mi (956 km)
  • American Falls to Reno, Nevada - 511 mi (822 km)
  • American Falls to Spokane, Washington - 563 mi (906 km)

References

  1. Power County Official Website
  2. Power County, Idaho - Wikipedia
  3. State of Idaho - Power County
  4. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  5. Visit Idaho Tourism