1957 Map of Nemah

About this map

Willapa Bay dominates this coastal landscape, where the tides dictate the shape of the shoreline across the Nemah Flats and several intricate tidal channels. In the mid-20th century, the network of the Palix River and Nemah River created a complex aquatic environment, supporting specialized local sites like Minks Ranch and Rose Ranch. The map captures the transition from water to land along Dike Road and near the Palix State Wildlife Area. Small coastal settlements such as Rhodesia Beach and the crossroads at Nemah Junction provide a look at the modest development and transport routes of Pacific County during this era. The detailed bathymetric data shows the winding paths of Nahcotta Channel and Gatens Channel, which were critical for local navigation before modern shoreline changes.