1953 Map of Pe Ell

About this map

Pe Ell serves as a central hub on this mid-century survey, where the Northern Pacific railroad follows the winding path of the Chehalis River. This industrial and logging landscape is defined by its transit networks, including the Milwaukee Road and the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific lines that link timber-adjacent settlements like Doty, Dryad, and Walville. The map captures an era of active mountain industry, indicated by multiple Quarry sites and an Old Railroad Grade winding through the hills near Fall River. Local heritage is anchored by landmarks such as the Sylvan Cem and prominent elevations like Welville Peak and Huckleberry Ridge. The intricate drainage systems of Lincoln Creek and Seven Creek reveal the complex topography of the Pacific and Lewis County border region, illustrating the difficult terrain navigated by early twentieth-century rail engineers.