1974 Map of Grants Pass NE

About this map

Grants Pass sits at the heart of this 1974 orthophotoquad, which uses aerial photography to show the precise physical footprint of the city during a period of significant growth. Unlike standard topographic maps, this aerial perspective reveals the exact density of residential blocks and the expanding commercial corridors during the mid-1970s. The Rogue River carves through the southern portion of the city, serving as the primary geographical anchor for the local landscape. To the north, the winding course of Louse Creek and the drainage of Gilbert Creek define the edges of the developed town. This map provides an unfiltered look at the intersection of early Interstate construction and the existing local street grid, offering a clear record of the area's development before further modern expansion altered the city's outskirts.