1968 Map of Fan Lake

About this map

The Little Spokane River winds through this landscape on the Stevens and Spokane county line as it appeared in the late 1960s. The terrain is characterized by the narrow valley of Beaver Creek and the localized industrial activity at the Claypit. This survey, updated with revisions from 1977, captures a moment of transition where the natural waterways dictate the location of rural infrastructure and small-scale operations. The interplay between the river's path and the development of the Claypit suggests the importance of local resources to the surrounding community during this era.