1958 Map of Medford

About this map

The Rogue River valley serves as the central corridor for Southern Oregon's mid-century development, where the Southern Pacific RR and U.S. 99 link the major hubs of Medford, Grants Pass, and Ashland. This 1950s Army Map Service compilation illustrates the region's diverse landscape, from the timber-rich Siskiyou National Forest to the volcanic peaks of the Cascade Range. Small communities such as Central Point, Phoenix, and Talent are shown along the primary transportation routes, while more remote settlements like Butte Falls and Prospect indicate the reach of early mountain industry.