1950s Maps of Benton County, Oregon

1. 1953 Map of Salem

   

   1953 Salem

   1953 Print · USGS

   Mid-century Oregon comes to life through this detailed survey of the Willamette Valley and the adjacent Pacific coastline. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR, visit rural hubs like Fairview School, or locate coastal landmarks like the Yaquina Head Lighthouse.

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4. 1954 Map of Salem

   

   1954 Salem

   1954 Print · USGS

   Mid-century Western Oregon is centered on the productive Willamette River valley as its cities and infrastructure expand toward the mountains. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific RR and Oregon Electric Ry through towns like Dallas, Independence, and Brownsville.

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7. 1956 Map of Corvallis, 1958 Print

   

   1956 Corvallis

   1958 Print · USGS

   Corvallis and the Willamette Valley are captured here during the mid-fifties, showing the growth of Oregon State College alongside the timbered foothills. Researchers can trace family roots at Mt Union Cemetery or find defunct rural sites like the Alexander Sch (Aband) and Wren Guard Sta.

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10. 1956 Map of Alsea, 1958 Print

    

    1956 Alsea

    1958 Print · USGS

    Coastal Oregon mountain life centered on the Alsea River valley in the mid-1950s, a time of transitions between old rural school districts and modern forest management. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Sharp Ranch or the Missouri Bend School and Cem alongside the State Fish Hatchery.

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13. 1956 Map of Tidewater, 1958 Print

    

    1956 Tidewater

    1958 Print · USGS

    The Alsea River valley and the Siuslaw National Forest are captured here in the mid-fifties, during a decade of active timber management and rural growth. Researchers can find family-named landmarks like Bohannon Ranch, old school sites like Yachats Sch, and historic crossings including a Covered Bridge.

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16. 1957 Map of Marys Peak, 1958 Print

    

    1957 Marys Peak

    1958 Print · USGS

    The Oregon Coast Range in the late fifties shows a landscape of timber-towns and watersheds centered around Marys Peak. Researchers can locate mountain schools and camps such as Blodgett School, Wildwood School, and the Knights of Pythias Camp.

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19. 1957 Map of Halsey, 1959 Print

    

    1957 Halsey

    1959 Print · USGS

    The Willamette Valley during the late fifties shows a landscape of river-bottom islands and rail-town hubs. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Noraton School, trace the Old Territorial Road, and find early settlements at Shedd and Plainview.

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22. 1957 Map of Monroe, 1959 Print

    

    1957 Monroe

    1959 Print · USGS

    Benton and Lane counties come alive in the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of riverside farms and timbered peaks. Genealogists and historians can locate Oak Ridge Cemetery, trace the Southern Pacific line, or find old school sites like Inavale School.

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25. 1957 Map of Albany, 1959 Print

    

    1957 Albany

    1959 Print · USGS

    The Willamette Valley’s river-and-rail economy is on full display in the late 1950s as ALBANY grows between the SANTIAM RIVER and SOUTHERN PACIFIC lines. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous landmarks like Morning Star Grange, Suver Cem, and McFarland School.

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