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1950 Map of Brownsville

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Brownsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Calapooia River winds through this mid-century landscape, anchoring the town of Brownsville and smaller communities like Crawfordsville and Holley. The map reflects a rural economy shaped by both river and rail, with the Oregon Electric and Sou Pac lines traversing the valley floor. Educational and spiritual centers of the time are well-documented, from the Courtney Creek School to the Berlin Union Ch, providing essential reference points for those tracing local family lineage.

Elevations rise sharply east of the valley towards Bald Peter (Scott Mountain) and Horse Rock, creating a distinct divide between the settled lowlands and the timbered heights of Cougar Ridge. Along the South Santiam River, landmarks such as the Covered Bridge and Santiam Terrace sit near the junction of mountain roads and water. Small-scale industrial activity is evident in the numerous Quarry and Gravel Pit sites scattered near the foothills of Lone Pine Butte and Washburn Butte.