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1950s Maps of Douglas County, Washington

Explore 13 historic maps of Douglas County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Douglas County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Douglas County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Douglas County, WA maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Grand Coulee Dam
    1950 Map of Grand Coulee Dam
    1950 Grand Coulee Dam
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Grand Coulee region during the late 1940s reveals a landscape transformed by the new reservoir and the massive engineering of the dam. Researchers can trace local history through the Lafollette Cem, the community at Elmer City, and rural sites like the Grand Coulee Grange.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1950 Map of Nespelem, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Nespelem, 1952 Print
    1950 Nespelem
    1952 Print · USGS
    Within the Colville Indian Reservation at mid-century, this area shows the transition from mountain lakes to the Columbia River shore. You can trace early settlements and agency sites like Nespelem, Koontzville, and the Colville Indian Agency during a period of significant regional change.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1950 Map of Boot Mtn, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Boot Mtn, 1952 Print
    1950 Boot Mtn
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Okanogan highlands meet the Columbia River in the early 1950s within the Colville Indian Reservation. Trace rural life through the Condon Ferry (Site) and several remote schoolhouses like Long Lake Sch.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1950 Map of Alameda Flat, 1965 Print
    1950 Map of Alameda Flat, 1965 Print
    1950 Alameda Flat
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River flows through Okanogan and Douglas counties in the early 1950s, defining the rugged boundary of the Colville Indian Reservation. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Rex Grange Hall, Del Rio Cemetery, and several legacy mining sites like the Apache Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1952 Map of Alameda Flat
    1952 Map of Alameda Flat
    1952 Alameda Flat
    1952 Print · USGS
    Okanogan County settlement and industry are captured here in the early fifties along the Columbia River. Genealogists and historians can trace several closed schools like Rex School and remote mining sites including the Apache Mine.
  16. 1953 Map of Ritzville, 1966 Print
    1953 Map of Ritzville, 1966 Print
    1953 Ritzville
    1966 Print · USGS
    Eastern Washington was undergoing a massive agricultural and industrial transformation in the mid-fifties as irrigation from the Grand Coulee Dam reached the plateau. Researchers can trace the mid-century rail network of the Great Northern and locate vital local sites like Larson Air Force Base and Odessa.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1954 Map of Okanogan, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Okanogan, 1964 Print
    1954 Okanogan
    1964 Print · USGS
    North Central Washington’s interior comes into focus during the mid-fifties, showing the rise of the Columbia River reservoir system. Genealogists and historians can trace the Great Northern rail line and locate historical mining operations at the Mountain Lion Mine or Gold Hill Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1956 Map of Ephrata
    1956 Map of Ephrata
    1956 Ephrata
    1956 Print · USGS
    The high desert of Grant County comes into focus in the mid-fifties as irrigation canals began transforming the sagebrush landscape. Researchers can trace old rural landmarks like the Wheatland School (Aband), the Drumheller Ranch, and the Olson Spur rail siding.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1957 Map of Bridgeport, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Bridgeport, 1958 Print
    1957 Bridgeport
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River valley underwent significant change in the late fifties following the completion of the Chief Joseph Dam. You can trace the historic Ft Okanogan (Site), locate the Bedard Sch (Aban'd), and see the route of the Great Northern railway.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1957 Map of Brewster, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Brewster, 1959 Print
    1957 Brewster
    1959 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Columbia and Methow rivers comes alive in this late-fifties survey of the Okanogan valley. Local historians can trace the Northern Pacific RR through Brewster and Pateros or locate the old Gambles Mill (Site).
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1957 Map of Wenatchee, 1973 Print
    1957 Map of Wenatchee, 1973 Print
    1957 Wenatchee
    1973 Print · USGS
    The northern Cascades and Columbia River valley appear here in the mid-fifties, showing the region's critical rail and transit corridors. Researchers can trace the routes of the Great Northern RR and Milwaukee Road through settlements like Skykomish, Baring, and Dryden.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1958 Map of Okanogan
    1958 Map of Okanogan
    1958 Okanogan
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Okanogan River valley and the Colville Indian Reservation are shown here in the late fifties, during a period of established river and rail commerce. Researchers can trace the Great Northern line through Oroville or locate landmarks like the Knowlton School and Orient Ranger Station.
  37. 1959 Map of Ritzville
    1959 Map of Ritzville
    1959 Ritzville
    1959 Print · USGS
    Eastern Washington in the late fifties reveals a landscape transformed by massive irrigation projects and postwar growth. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-line communities from Ritzville to Davenport and locate landmarks like Larson Air Force Base and Telford Station.
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