Great Rift System
National Natural Landmark
Photo of Great Rift System
IN
BRIEF
(extends into Minidoka and Power Counties) The Great Rift System represents a tensional fracture in the Earth's crust that may extend to the crust-mantle interface. It also illustrates primary vegetation succession on very young lava flows. The Great Rift System is unique in North America and has few counterparts in the world. Ownership: Federal.
(extends into Minidoka and Power Counties) The Great Rift System represents a tensional fracture in the Earth's crust that may extend to the crust-mantle interface. It also illustrates primary vegetation succession on very young lava flows. The Great Rift System is unique in North America and has few counterparts in the world. Ownership: Federal.
DESIGNATION DATE
1968