1952 Map of Olds Ferry NW

About this map

The Snake River Brownlee Reservoir dominates the western boundary of this Idaho-Oregon borderlands area, following the serpentine path between Washington County and Baker County. This map reflects the mid-century landscape as it was updated in the 1970s, showcasing a terrain defined by narrow drainages and high points such as Vabm 4972. The land use appears primarily rural and rugged, characterized by several named watercourses like Morgan Creek, Hibbard Cr, and Horse Creek that flow toward the reservoir. In the southeast, the Henley Basin contains more concentrated water features, including the Henley Reservoir and Henley Basin Creek. A network of Jeep Trails and unclassified roads provides the only infrastructure through the hills, illustrating the isolation of this river-cut territory during the post-war era.