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2013 Map of Paterson

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Paterson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Columbia River serves as the central artery and state boundary in this 2013 survey, separating Benton County, Washington, from Morrow County, Oregon. On the northern banks, the settlement of Paterson sits below the elevation of Paterson Ridge, supported by local infrastructure like the Columbia Crest Winery Airport and the Wa-14 corridor. The river's reach is defined by a complex of islands and waterways, including Big Blalock Island, Monument Island, and the sheltered waters of Paterson Slough.

South of the river in Oregon, the landscape shifts toward the community of Irrigon and the industrial-agricultural nexus at Paterson Junction. This area is marked by a network of rural routes such as Paterson Ferry Rd and Wheeler Loop. Outdoor and historical interest is anchored by the Morrow Co Heritage Trail and the Paterson Ferry Boat Ramp, indicating the long-standing importance of river crossings and recreational access in this desert-river environment.