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1954 Map of Glendale

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Glendale
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Southern Pacific rail lines and the winding waters of Grave Creek define the mid-century industrial landscape of this Southern Oregon region. The survey documents a dense concentration of mining operations tucked into the gulches and peaks along the Douglas and Josephine county line, including the Greenback Mine, Lucky Queen Mine, and Morning Mine. These sites, alongside numerous placer claims like Aman Ranch Placer, reflect the enduring legacy of the local gold and mineral economy.

Settlements like Glendale, Wolf Creek, and Sunny Valley serve as anchors along the primary transit corridor, while more remote outposts such as Placer and Leland appear amidst the drainage networks of Wolf Creek and Cow Creek. The topography is dominated by prominent landmarks such as Sexton Mtn, London Peak, and Walker Mtn, providing a detailed view of the rugged terrain that shaped the timber and mining ventures of the 1950s.