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1967 Map of Adrian

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Adrian
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The Snake River carves a sharp path through this 1967 survey of the borderlands between Oregon and Idaho. The settlement of Adrian serves as a focal point, supported by the Union Pacific railroad and a dense network of irrigation infrastructure designed to reclaim the arid landscape. Numerous named drains and canals, such as the Arena Canal, Riverside Canal, and Singer Drain, lattice the terrain of Deer Flat, illustrating the complex water management required for agriculture in the high desert.

Conservation efforts are evident along the riverbanks with the Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge, which surrounds Suzy Island. Beyond the river valley, the topography rises toward landmarks like Brown Butte and the winding Coyote Gulch. The map records essential local infrastructure of the era, from the Adrian Airfield and the High School in town to the more remote Big Bend School and Napton stop, providing a clear picture of this rural community's layout before later modern developments.