Mesa, Idaho Explained

Official Name:Mesa, Idaho
Pushpin Map:Idaho#USA
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name:United States
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Name1:Idaho
Subdivision Type2:County
Subdivision Name2:Adams
Timezone:Mountain (MST)
Utc Offset:-7
Timezone Dst:MDT
Utc Offset Dst:-6
Elevation Ft:3251
Coordinates:44.6289°N -116.4508°W
Postal Code Type:ZIP code
Postal Code:83643[1]
Area Code:208, 986
Blank Name:GNIS feature ID
Blank Info:396882

Mesa is an unincorporated community in Adams County, Idaho, United States. Mesa is located near U.S. Route 95 7miles south of Council. Mesa has its own ZIP code, 83643. It is home to the Marymount Hermitage.

History

Mesa's population was 30 in 1960.[2]

Orchards

In the early 20th century, Mesa was home to the Mesa Orchards Company which was best known for its apple production. To combat the naturally dry area, a seven-mile-long wooden flume was constructed to transport water from the Middle Fork of the Weiser River. The final irrigation system was completed in 1911. In 1920, a tramway was built to convey fruit over three miles north to the railroad. The company changed ownership due to debt in 1936.[3]

After 63 days of below zero temperatures in the winter of 1949, many of the fruit trees produced poorly and were eventually cleared for pasture. Today, the area is home to private residences, range, and pasture.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: USPS - Look Up a ZIP Code. 2012-02-15. United States Postal Service. 2012.
  2. Encyclopedia: World Book Encyclopedia . Field Enterprises Corporation . 1960 . 27 . I . en.
  3. Web site: Mesa Adams County, Idaho. co.adams.id.us. en-US. 2017-10-12.