1971 Map of Ariel

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Merwin Dam anchors the landscape where the Lewis River transitions into Lewis Lake, a reservoir that dominates the northern half of this Clark County survey. The small community of Ariel sits just below the dam, supported by a powerhouse and substation that reflect the mid-century hydroelectric infrastructure of the Pacific Northwest. South of the river, the terrain rises toward Bald Mtn and Green Mtn, where the Green Mountain Sch once served local families. The settlement patterns follow rural roads like Spurrel Road and Hoff Road, leading to established hamlets such as Etna, Highland, and View. Local history is marked by quiet landmarks like Mtn View Cem and the State Fish Hatchery near the confluence of Colvin Creek, showing a landscape defined by forestry, small-scale farming, and river management.