1960s Maps of Lane County, Oregon

1. 1960 Map of Salem, 1968 Print

   

   1960 Salem

   1968 Print · USGS

   The Willamette Valley and the surrounding mountain ranges are shown here in the 1960s during a period of significant reservoir construction. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Oregon Electric and find communities from Lincoln City on the coast to Sweet Home and Mill City in the foothills.

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4. 1962 Map of Salem

   

   1962 Salem

   1962 Print · USGS

   The Willamette Valley and the surrounding Oregon ranges are captured here in the early sixties, showing the vital growth of the state's primary agricultural and academic corridor. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Oregon State University and the University of Oregon, alongside rural landmarks like Camp Adair and Black Butte Mine.

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7. 1962 Map of Coos Bay

   

   1962 Coos Bay

   1962 Print · USGS

   The Oregon coast at the end of the fifties reveals a landscape of timber ports and fishing villages connected by U.S. Highway 101. Researchers can trace the rail infrastructure of the Southern Pacific RR and locate early settlements from Florence down to Brookings.

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10. 1963 Map of Elk Lake

    

    1963 Elk Lake

    1963 Print · USGS

    The high Cascades come into focus during the early 1960s, showing a landscape of volcanic craters and alpine lakes. Researchers can locate established forest sites like Beach Campground, trace the Oregon Skyline Trail, and find local landmarks such as Red Crater.

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13. 1963 Map of Salem

    

    1963 Salem

    1963 Print · USGS

    Mid-century Oregon comes into focus as the Willamette Valley’s timber and agricultural industries meet the growing campuses of Oregon State University and the University of Oregon. Researchers can trace old rail lines like the Oregon Electric Railway and locate family plots at Siletz Cem or Dallas Cem.

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16. 1963 Map of The Twins, 1965 Print

    

    1963 The Twins

    1965 Print · USGS

    The High Cascades along the Lane and Deschutes county line are captured here in the early sixties, showing a wilderness of volcanic peaks and alpine lakes. Hikers and historians can trace the paths of the Skyline Trail and Twins Trail past Charlton Lake, Gerdine Butte, and Maiden Peak.

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19. 1963 Map of Irish Mountain, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Irish Mountain

    1965 Print · USGS

    The Oregon Cascades straddle the county line in the early 1960s, showing a landscape of alpine lakes and volcanic peaks. Trace the historic route of the Skyline Trail past Irish Mountain and find backcountry landmarks like the Irish Lake Campground.

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22. 1963 Map of Packsaddle Mtn, 1965 Print

    

    1963 Packsaddle Mtn

    1965 Print · USGS

    The high Cascade divide between Lane and Deschutes counties is captured in the early sixties, showing the vital corridors of the central Oregon backcountry. You can trace the historic Oregon Skyline Trail as it passes through the Willamette National Forest near Packsaddle Mountain and Dumbbell Lake.

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25. 1967 Map of Eugene East

    

    1967 Eugene East

    1967 Print · USGS

    Mid-century development transforms the Willamette Valley as the university and suburbs expand across the river plain. Researchers can locate specific sites from the University of Oregon, Autzen Stadium, and the Lane County Fairgrounds.

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28. 1967 Map of Junction City, 1968 Print

    

    1967 Junction City

    1968 Print · USGS

    Junction City and the surrounding Willamette Valley are captured in the late sixties as a vital hub of rail and river commerce. Researchers can trace family history through sites like Milliorn Cem, the Mahlon Sweet Airport, and the rural Wyatt Sch.

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31. 1967 Map of Walterville, 1969 Print

    

    1967 Walterville

    1969 Print · USGS

    The McKenzie River valley transitions from hydroelectric infrastructure to timbered ridges in the late sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through the Camp Creek Cem, Walterville Sch, and the small settlement of Nye.

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34. 1967 Map of Coburg, 1969 Print

    

    1967 Coburg

    1969 Print · USGS

    In the mid-1960s, the Willamette Valley near Coburg maintained a balance between its agricultural roots and developing infrastructure. Researchers can trace the Southern Pacific rail line, find family names at West Point Cem, and locate the small community of Daniels.

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37. 1967 Map of Springfield, 1969 Print

    

    1967 Springfield

    1969 Print · USGS

    Springfield at the height of its mid-century growth is documented here as a major hub for rail and river activity. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of neighborhoods around Hendricks, Thurston, and the historic Mt Vernon Cem.

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40. 1967 Map of Eugene West, 1969 Print

    

    1967 Eugene West

    1969 Print · USGS

    The western edges of Eugene were rapidly transforming in the late sixties as residential subdivisions began to fill the space between the railroad lines. Researchers can trace mid-century landmarks like the Mahlon Sweet Airport, the Balboa Park Drag Strip, and the historic Oak Hill Cemetery.

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43. 1969 Map of Harrisburg, 1971 Print

    

    1969 Harrisburg

    1971 Print · USGS

    Harrisburg sits at a vital junction of the Willamette River and dual rail lines during the late sixties. Researchers can trace family roots through the Masonic Cem or locate rural landmarks like the Covered Bridge and the village of Lancaster.

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46. 1969 Map of Monroe, 1971 Print

    

    1969 Monroe

    1971 Print · USGS

    Benton and Lane counties are surveyed here in the late sixties, capturing the agricultural and timber corridor of the Willamette Valley. Genealogists can trace family names and sites such as Bellfountain Cem, Irish Bend Sch, and the settlement at Alpine.

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