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1922 Map of Monroe

Name: 1922 Topographic Map of Monroe
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1937
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1937

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The Long Tom River flows through the heart of the Willamette Valley in this 1922 survey, revealing a landscape defined by its intricate system of sloughs and seasonal lakes. The town of Monroe serves as a central hub where the Southern Pacific railroad meets the West Side Pacific Highway, illustrating the critical role of these transport corridors in the early 20th-century agrarian economy. The eastern flats are dotted with ephemeral water bodies like Harkens Lake and Whitaker Lake, many of which were historically tied to the shifting channels of the river system.

Rural life is clearly mapped through a dense network of country schools, including Belknap School, Redoak School, and Irish Bend School, suggesting a series of well-established family farming communities. The transition from the flat valley floor to the foothills is marked by Winkle Butte and the settlement of Bellfountain, while smaller rail stops such as Alpine Junc and Bailey Junc highlight the vanished rhythm of steam-era transit.