1921 Map of Corvallis

About this map

Corvallis serves as the focal point of this valley survey, showcasing the early layout of Oregon State College and the growing residential grid near the Marys River. The town of Philomath stands to the west, connected by the Southern Pacific Highway and the Southern Pacific rail line. A significant portion of the western territory remains an Unsurveyed Area, contrasting with the detailed mapping of the Willamette Valley floor where agriculture and early education appear well-established through numerous rural schoolhouses like Union School and Soap Creek School. Local landmarks such as the Corvallis Reservoir at the foot of Bald Hill and the Mt Union Cemetery provide essential reference points for genealogists tracing family locations. The waterway network is complex, featuring the Kiger Island Channel and the winding course of Muddy Creek through the southern lowlands.