1985 Map of Centralia

About this map

The convergence of the Skookumchuck River and the Chehalis River defines the urban corridor between Centralia and Chehalis in the mid-1980s. This survey illustrates a landscape heavily shaped by its river systems and the heavy rail infrastructure of the Burlington Northern and Union Pacific railroads. The valley floor is dotted with numerous small lakes and oxbows, including Hayes Lake, Plummer Lake, and Horseshoe Lake, reflecting the dynamic hydrology of the region. Significant public spaces like Fort Borst Park and Stan Hedwall Park border the riverbanks, while the industrial and transportation character of the area is anchored by the Chehalis-Centralia Airport. From the residential elevations of Seminary Hill to the rural expanses of Waunch Prairie, the map tracks the growth of these twin cities along the Interstate 5 corridor.