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1983 Map of Medford West

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Medford West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Jacksonville and its expansive Jacksonville Historic District anchor the western edge of this valley survey, where the town's historical grid meets the rising slopes of Johns Peak. The landscape transitions from the urban density of Medford and Central Point in the east to the managed wilderness of the Rogue River National Forest. The region is defined by an intricate network of irrigation, including the Phoenix Canal and various unnamed ditches and laterals that support agricultural operations like the Medford Nursery.

South and west of the valley floor, the terrain becomes increasingly steep, marked by numerous Mines and Prospects in areas like Rich Gulch and Miller Gulch. These features point to a legacy of mineral exploration alongside established landmarks such as the Britt Garden. The drainage patterns of Griffin Creek and Jackson Creek illustrate the natural watershed that has shaped settlement from the early days of gold discovery through the development of suburban areas like Bybee Corner.