1967 Map of Crescent NE

About this map

The dramatic escarpment of Walker Rim dominates this landscape, marking a stark topographical boundary in central Oregon. This 1967 field-checked survey highlights the convergence of two major timberlands, the Deschutes National Forest and Winema National Forest. Running diagonally through the lower elevations north of the rim is the Great Northern railroad line, a critical corridor for transport in this high-desert forest region. Along these tracks, the specialized Freemont Siding serves as a lone industrial marker in a territory otherwise defined by complex contour lines and forest service boundaries. The map provides a precise view of the terrain just as modern photogrammetric methods were being refined by the Geological Survey, documenting the intersection of geology and rail infrastructure.