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Twin Falls, Idaho

Located in Twin Falls County, Idaho, Twin Falls was established in 1904. Evel Knievel attempted to jump Snake River Canyon here in 1974. Shoshone Falls (212 ft) is higher than Niagara Falls.
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Founded 1904 | Population 55,000 | Peak 55,000 (2024) | County Twin Falls County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Twin Falls, Idaho

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1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Twin Falls.
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1904 Founded: Snake River community.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Twin Falls's identity and economy.
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1974 Evel Knievel: Snake River Canyon jump attempt.
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2010 Modern Era: Twin Falls continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1904 Culture
Founded
1942 Government
Military Presence
1974 Culture
Evel Knievel
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Evel Knievel attempted to jump Snake River Canyon here in 1974.
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Shoshone Falls (212 ft) is higher than Niagara Falls.
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Perrine Bridge is the only place in the U.S. where BASE jumping is legal year-round.
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Twin Falls is located in Twin Falls County, Idaho.
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Twin Falls was founded in 1904.

Famous People from Twin Falls, Idaho

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Mark Felt
Whistleblower, Lawyer · Born Aug 17, 1913 · Died Dec 18, 2008 (age 95)
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Grant Sawyer
Lawyer, Politician · Born Dec 14, 1918 · Died Feb 19, 1996 (age 77)

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