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2020 Map of Peoria

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Peoria
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Willamette River meanders extensively through this portion of the Willamette Valley, defining a landscape of complex waterways and island formations. The community of Peoria sits on the eastern bank, positioned near where McBee Slough and Muddy Creek converge toward the main river channel. This environment is characterized by numerous named bends and islands, including Snag Boat Bend, Jacobs Bend, and Hoacum Island, reflecting the shifting nature of the river over time.

Genealogists and local historians will find several burial sites scattered across the agricultural flats, such as Brattain Cem and the Miller - Coon Cem. The presence of small aviation facilities like Schrock Airport and Jim's Airstrip underscores the rural, open character of this Linn County region. Recreational trails, including the Blue Heron Trail and the Snag Boat Bend Lake Creek Trail, weave through the riverine environment, marking contemporary efforts to navigate and preserve the area's riparian corridors.