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1971 Map of Arlington

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Arlington
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The Columbia River and Lake Umatilla define this mid-century view of the Oregon-Washington border, where the town of Arlington serves as a critical junction for the Union Pacific railroad and regional transport. The map illustrates a landscape transition, from the industrial activity at Arlington Municipal Airport and various quarries to the agricultural reaches of Hurlburt Flats.

On the northern bank in Washington, Roosevelt sits along the Burlington Northern line, while the southern Oregon side features the rugged terrain of Alkali Canyon and China Creek. Genealogists and local historians can locate specific community markers like the High Sch and local Cem, alongside smaller settlements such as Shutler and the specialized grounds of Pebble Springs Camp. The intersection of river traffic, rail lines, and the high plateau highlights the enduring importance of this Columbia River narrows.