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1901 Map of Chiwaukum

Name: 1901 Topographic Map of Chiwaukum
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Leavenworth and Peshastin anchor the southeastern corner of this mountainous Chelan County survey, documenting the region shortly after the arrival of the Great Northern railroad. The geography is defined by the steep drainage basins of the Chiwawa River and the Entiat River, with Wenatchee Lake serving as a central landmark. The map details a period of early commercial development along the rail line, including the timber and transit hubs at Winton and Merritt.

Remote post offices like Dardanelles P O are located near Nason Ridge, illustrating the scattered nature of settlement before more modern road networks. Elevations are meticulously recorded at points such as Dirtyface Peak and Cashmere Mtn, while the restrictive passage of Tumwater Canyon highlights the physical challenges faced by early engineers. This record captures the transition from a wilderness interior to a series of connected mountain communities focused on the river valleys and rail corridor.