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1940 Map of Mapleton

Name: 1940 Topographic Map of Mapleton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1940
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1940

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The Siuslaw River winds through the heart of this Lane County landscape, serving as the primary corridor for settlement and transit in the late 1930s. The Southern Pacific railroad follows the river's path, connecting riverside stops like Tiernan PO, Beck Sta, and Mapleton. This era of development is characterized by numerous small, localized school districts that served the timber and farming families, including Prindel Sch, Biers Sch, and Sylvan Glen Sch.

Away from the river, the terrain is defined by a network of ridges and creeks within the Siuslaw National Forest. Names like Lowney Ranch and Clover Camp indicate the agricultural and logging activity occurring in the higher elevations. The presence of the State Hatchery on Deadwood Creek highlights early conservation efforts along the coastal tributaries, while landmarks like Saddle Mtn and Rainrock provided essential orientation for residents navigating this complex topography.