1987 Map of Myrtle Creek

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South Umpqua River frontage and the confluence of its branching tributaries define the valley landscape in this Douglas County region during the late 1980s. The town of Myrtle Creek serves as the central hub, situated where North Myrtle Creek and South Myrtle Creek meet the main river. A network of heavy industry and utility infrastructure is evident, including several Quarry sites, a Sanitary Transfer Station, and a prominent Pipeline crossing. Local history is anchored by smaller settlements such as Ruckles, Dole, and Weaver, while the surrounding terrain is marked by Roberts Mountain and Round Prairie. The presence of multiple Borrow Pits and Gravel Pits along the riverbanks suggests active resource extraction and road maintenance in the area during this era, supporting the growing community and its essential services like the local Hospital and Cemeteries.