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2020 Map of Mead

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Mead
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Mead and the surrounding agricultural prairies of northern Spokane County are documented here during a period of transition between rural heritage and suburban growth. The landscape is defined by its distinct prairies, including Valley Prairie, Peone Prairie, and Pleasant Prairie, which sit beneath prominent elevations like Orchard Bluff. The Little Spokane River winds through the northwest corner near Buckeye, while a network of creeks like Deadman Cr and Little Deep Cr drain the higher ground.

Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy land use through features such as the Peone Cem and several small aviation landmarks including the Mead Flying Service, Boyle R & D Airport, and Sunshine Acres Airport. The map highlights the traditional community centers of Colbert and Green Bluff, showing the established road network that connects these orchards and meadows to the growing corridor along the north edge of Spokane.