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

1. 1942 Map of Dallas

   

   1942 Dallas

   1942 Print · USGS

   Polk County at the start of the 1940s reveals a landscape of timber-dependent towns and rural school districts. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Pioneer Sch, Falls City, and the Southern Pacific rail lines.

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4. 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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7. 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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10. 1957 Map of Dallas, 1958 Print

    

    1957 Dallas

    1958 Print · USGS

    Mid-century Polk County is captured here as a landscape of timber-clad ridges and valley farms during a period of steady growth. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations through numerous rural schools like Guthrie Sch, the Salt Creek Cem, and small rail stops such as Polk Station.

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13. 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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16. 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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19. 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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22. 1974 Map of Falls City, 1977 Print

    

    1974 Falls City

    1977 Print · USGS

    The Luckiamute River valley in Polk County is captured here in the mid-1970s, showcasing a landscape of timber management and small riverfront settlements. Genealogists and historians can locate legacy sites like Odd Fellows Cem, Oakhurst School, and the Old Railroad Grade.

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25. 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.

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