The Puyallup River and its associated valley floor dominate this landscape, where the meandering watercourse passes under the Puyallup River Bridge North Meridian as it moves toward Tacoma. The convergence of the White River and the main channel near Sumner highlights a topography defined by broad alluvial plains bordered by rising benches. These elevated areas are home to residential expansion in Edgewood and Summit View, while the valley itself contains dense transportation networks like Pacific Hwy E and River Rd E. Significant local infrastructure is visible in the south, where the McMillin Reservoir Number One-North and McMillin Reservoir Number Two serve as primary water management features for the region. Cultural and community landmarks are well-represented, including Pierce College at Puyallup and the expansive Woodlawn Abbey Mausoleum and Columbarium.
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1897 · Tacoma
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1900 · Tacoma
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1941 · Tacoma South
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1942 · Lake Tapps
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Lake Tapps
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Tacoma South
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1949 · Tacoma North
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Poverty Bay
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Auburn
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1956 · Orting
USGS Topo · 1:24,000