1951 Map of Elmira

About this map

Elmira and Samuels sit along the western edge of this landscape, where the Great Northern and Spokane International railroads parallel Sand Creek. The terrain is dominated by the steep slopes of the Kaniksu National Forest, including heights like Elmira Peak and Wylie Knob. Along the shores of Lake Pend Oreille, the map documents established settlements like Oden and Hope, alongside evidence of shifting demographics, such as the Oden Sch (Aban'd) and Center Valley Sch (Aban'd). The drainage system is intricate, with the Pack River and Trestle Creek flowing toward the lake, while higher elevations show several Mines and fire lookouts like Trout Pk Lookout. This document illustrates the post-war intersection of timber harvesting, small-scale mining, and the primary transportation corridors of Northern Idaho.