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1955 Map of Echo Mountain, 1980 Print
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1955 Map of Echo Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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Willamette National Forest encompasses this mid-1950s landscape, a region defined by its high-altitude lookout points and distinct alpine meadows. Notable summits like Crescent Mtn and Echo Mtn dominate the terrain, while fire lookouts are established at Wildcat Mtn and Carpenter Mtn. These strategic positions overlooking the Middle Santiam River reflect the mid-century infrastructure of forest management and fire suppression. Open spaces such as Tombstone Prairie, Wolf Meadow, and Smith Prairie provide essential breaks in the dense timber, serving as landmarks for local navigation. The presence of several Gaging Stations along the waterways suggests a focus on hydrologic monitoring during this era. Traceable paths like the Pyramid Trail and Maude Trail connect these remote peaks, offering a view into the historical recreation and access routes through the Oregon Cascades.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.4 x 21.6 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain