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1956 Map of Oakridge

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Oakridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Oakridge and Willamette City serve as the primary hubs in this mid-century survey, situated at the confluence of several vital mountain waterways. The landscape is defined by the Middle Fork Willamette River and its numerous tributaries, including Salt Creek and Salmon Creek. The Southern Pacific railroad and Southern Pacific Highway parallel these corridors, facilitating movement through the dense terrain of the Willamette National Forest.

Outdoor recreation and natural resources are central to the area's identity, evidenced by numerous sites like McCredie Springs, Kitson Hot Springs, and the Blue Pool Forest Camp. Notable landmarks such as Heckletooth Mountain and Squaw Butte overlook a network of forest camps, including Croft Forest Camp and Secret Forest Camp. The presence of the Fish Hatchery and Gaging Station reflects the active management of the region's river systems during this era of post-war development.