1980s Maps of Linn County, Oregon

Explore 51 historic maps of Linn County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Linn County's landscape evolved across the 1980s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Linn County, OR maps

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  1. 1980 Map of Eugene
    1980 Map of Eugene
    1980 Eugene
    1980 Print · USGS
    The southern Willamette Valley and Coast Range are captured in the early eighties as the urban centers of Eugene and Springfield expanded. Researchers can trace the legacy of family estates and regional infrastructure through landmarks like Mahlon Sweet Airport, Fern Ridge Lake, and Junction City.

  2. 1980 Map of Corvallis, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Corvallis, 1981 Print
    1980 Corvallis
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Oregon Coast Range meets the fertile Willamette Valley in the early eighties, documenting a landscape of timber, agriculture, and growing college towns. Genealogists and historians can trace old rail lines like the Southern Pacific or locate landmarks like Marys Peak and the College of Education.

  3. 1980 Map of Bend, 1993 Print
    1980 Map of Bend, 1993 Print
    1980 Bend
    1993 Print · USGS
    Central Oregon was evolving rapidly in the early eighties as outdoor recreation and transit hubs like Bend and Redmond expanded. Trace the historical footprints of Sisters, the Metolius River basin, and the Oregon Trunk Railway through the high desert.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1983 Map of Madras
    1983 Map of Madras
    1983 Madras
    1983 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County and the Warm Springs Indian Reservation are shown in detail during the early 1980s, from the Cascade peaks to the high desert. Researchers can trace the legacy of tribal lands at Simnasho, find the Abbot Cemetery, or follow the rail lines through Madras Sta.

  5. 1983 Map of Mc Kenzie River, 1984 Print
    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.

  6. 1983 Map of North Santiam River, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of North Santiam River, 1984 Print
    1983 North Santiam River
    1984 Print · USGS
    The western Cascades and Willamette Valley transition in the early eighties, from the state capital to the high timberlands. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Southern Pacific and explore communities from Mill City to Silver Falls City.

  7. 1984 Map of Green Peter, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Green Peter, 1985 Print
    1984 Green Peter
    1985 Print · USGS
    Linn County’s river valleys and timberlands are captured here in the mid-1980s as the regional economy balanced industry and recreation. Researchers can trace land use through features like Green Peter Dam, the local Cem, and Short Bridge.

  8. 1984 Map of Harter Mtn, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Harter Mtn, 1985 Print
    1984 Harter Mtn
    1985 Print · USGS
    Linn County’s high Cascades are documented here in the mid-1980s, showcasing the intricate drainages of the Santiam River. Researchers can trace the Sevenmile Trail and locate sites like Tombstone Prairie, Cool Camp, and Tombstone Pass.

  9. 1984 Map of Chimney Peak, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Chimney Peak, 1985 Print
    1984 Chimney Peak
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Linn County wilderness comes into focus in the early eighties, showcasing the heart of the Willamette National Forest. Trace remote landmarks and water features like the Mcquade Creek Shelter, Donaca Lake, and the falls along Egg Creek.

  10. 1984 Map of Sweet Home, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Sweet Home, 1985 Print
    1984 Sweet Home
    1985 Print · USGS
    Eastern Linn County comes into focus in the mid-1980s as a hub of timber and water management along the South Santiam River. Genealogists and historians can trace family sites like Gilland Cem and Lewis Cem or the layout of Berlin and Sweet Home.

  11. 1984 Map of Lacomb, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Lacomb, 1985 Print
    1984 Lacomb
    1985 Print · USGS
    Lacomb and the surrounding Linn County foothills are captured here in the mid-eighties as a landscape of timber and trout. Researchers can locate the Lacomb Cem, the Roaring River State Fish Hatchery, and the historic site of Fords Mill.

  12. 1984 Map of Echo Mountain, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Echo Mountain, 1985 Print
    1984 Echo Mountain
    1985 Print · USGS
    The high Cascades of Linn County are captured in the mid-1980s, documenting a landscape of volcanic peaks and historic travel routes. Researchers can trace the Old Santiam Wagon Road or locate forest sites like the Fish Lake Work Center and Lost Prairie Campground.

  13. 1984 Map of Coffin Mountain, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Coffin Mountain, 1985 Print
    1984 Coffin Mountain
    1985 Print · USGS
    Linn County’s high Cascade wilderness is captured here in the early eighties, showcasing a landscape of steep peaks and alpine lakes. Researchers can locate remote landmarks like Three Pyramids and Coffin Mtn or trace the headwaters of Pyramid Creek and the North Santiam River.

  14. 1984 Map of Keel Mountain, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Keel Mountain, 1985 Print
    1984 Keel Mountain
    1985 Print · USGS
    Linn County's timber and mountain country is captured here in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape of high peaks and industrial extraction. Researchers can trace resource-era infrastructure like Snow Peak Camp and dozens of Quarry sites near Keel Mountain.

  15. 1985 Map of Cascadia
    1985 Map of Cascadia
    1985 Cascadia
    1985 Print · USGS
    Linn County in the mid-1980s shows a landscape of deep river canyons and forest management near the community of Cascadia. Trace the winding South Fork Santiam River to find local landmarks like Soda Spring, Rainbow Falls, and the shorelines of Green Peter Lake.

  16. 1985 Map of Upper Soda
    1985 Map of Upper Soda
    1985 Upper Soda
    1985 Print · USGS
    The South Santiam River valley in the mid-1980s reveals a landscape of national forest management and riverside recreation. Genealogists and researchers can trace the vicinity of Upper Soda or locate early forest infrastructure like the Old Road Grade and Fernview Campground.

  17. 1985 Map of Idanha
    1985 Map of Idanha
    1985 Idanha
    1985 Print · USGS
    The mountain town of Idanha and the upper reaches of the Santiam canyon are captured here in the mid-1980s. Local researchers can trace old timber roads and find specific recreation sites like Hoover Campground, Bruno Meadows, and Whispering Falls Campground.

  18. 1985 Map of Detroit
    1985 Map of Detroit
    1985 Detroit
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Oregon Cascades meet the waters of the Santiam in the 1980s, centered on the newly established reservoir culture. Local historians can trace the development of Detroit and its surrounding recreation spots like Detroit Lake State Park and Detroit Dam.

  19. 1985 Map of Lyons
    1985 Map of Lyons
    1985 Lyons
    1985 Print · USGS
    The riverfront communities of Mehama and Lyons were firmly established along the North Santiam during the mid-1980s. Genealogists and historians can trace the Southern Pacific line through the timberlands, locating landmarks like Gooch, Jordan, and Stout Creek.

  20. 1985 Map of Quartzville
    1985 Map of Quartzville
    1985 Quartzville
    1985 Print · USGS
    Linn County’s mining and timber country is documented here in the mid-eighties, centered on the historic Quartzville site. Researchers can trace old operations at the Albany Mine or locate early recreation spots like the Yellowbottom Campground near the Middle Santiam River.

  21. 1985 Map of Mill City South
    1985 Map of Mill City South
    1985 Mill City South
    1985 Print · USGS
    Linn County forest lands are captured in the mid-1980s as timber and industry shaped the landscape south of the Santiam River. Researchers can trace rural cemeteries and sites like Turnidge, or locate remote landmarks like the Landing Strip and High Rock.

  22. 1985 Map of Yellowstone Mtn
    1985 Map of Yellowstone Mtn
    1985 Yellowstone Mtn
    1985 Print · USGS
    Linn County’s high country in the mid-1980s reveals a landscape shaped by timber management and hydroelectric watersheds. Genealogists and researchers can trace family-named landmarks like Harry Mountain and remote spots like Crabtree Lake or the Dogwood Picnic Area.

  23. 1985 Map of Elkhorn
    1985 Map of Elkhorn
    1985 Elkhorn
    1985 Print · USGS
    Marion County's canyon country in the mid-eighties shows a river landscape shared by hydro-electric power and national forest recreation. Researchers can locate the Silver King Mine and trace early canyon access points like Niagara and Packsaddle Park.

  24. 1985 Map of Jordan
    1985 Map of Jordan
    1985 Jordan
    1985 Print · USGS
    Settlements like Jordan and Bilyeu sit among the timbered ridges of Linn County in the mid-eighties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the positions of several covered bridges including Hannah Bridge and Larwood Bridge near Rogers Mountain.

  25. 1985 Map of Mill City North
    1985 Map of Mill City North
    1985 Mill City North
    1985 Print · USGS
    Marion and Linn counties meet along the river in the mid-1980s as timber and recreation define the local economy. Researchers can trace the development of riverside settlements like Mill City and Gates, or locate family sites near Bear Creek Park and Minto.
    2 unique versions available

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