1900s (20th Century) Maps of Rainbow, Oregon

1. 1934 Map of Mc Kenzie Bridge

   

   1934 Mc Kenzie Bridge

   1934 Print · USGS

   The Cascades in the mid-1930s were a network of forest guard stations, remote ranches, and early mountain resorts. Genealogists and historians can locate family landmarks such as Sims Ranch and Hardy Cabin or trace the early developments at Belknap Springs.

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4. 1940 Map of Mc Kenzie Bridge

   

   1940 Mc Kenzie Bridge

   1940 Print · USGS

   The Oregon Cascades during the late 1930s reveal a landscape of mining claims and early forest service outposts. Trace the locations of historic mineral sites like the Lucky Boy Mine, family homesteads at Cooks Ranch, and mountain retreats at Belknap Springs.

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7. 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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10. 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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13. 1955 Map of Mc Kenzie Bridge, 1958 Print

    

    1955 Mc Kenzie Bridge

    1958 Print · USGS

    The McKenzie River valley in the mid-1950s shows a landscape of forest management and growing infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Cougar Dam and locate historic camps like Limberlost Forest Camp and Belknap Camp.

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16. 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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19. 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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22. 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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25. 1983 Map of Mc Kenzie River, 1984 Print

    

    1983 Mc Kenzie River

    1984 Print · USGS

    Linn and Lane Counties are shown in the early 1980s as a hub of hydroelectric power and timber production. Researchers can trace the development of river-valley towns like Sweet Home and Marcola or locate recreation sites at Foster Lake and Cougar Reservoir.

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28. 1989 Map of Mc Kenzie Bridge

    

    1989 Mc Kenzie Bridge

    1989 Print · USGS

    The McKenzie River valley in the late eighties serves as a gateway to the high Cascades, showcasing a landscape of timber and tourism. Researchers can trace historic river crossings at the Mc Kenzie Covered Bridge and find local landmarks like Castle Rock and Rainbow.

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31. 1997 Map of Mc Kenzie Bridge, 2001 Print

    

    1997 Mc Kenzie Bridge

    2001 Print · USGS

    The upper McKenzie River valley near Mc Kenzie Bridge and Rainbow comes into sharp focus during the late 1990s. Local historians can trace the development of hydroelectric power at Cougar Dam or locate historic river crossings like the Covered Bridge.

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