1950 Map of Redmond

About this map

Redmond serves as the focal point of this 1950s survey, situated at the confluence of Bear Creek and the Sammamish River. The landscape reflects a transitional era for King County, where the industrial footprint of the Northern Pacific railroad meets a geography still defined by small settlements and rural roads. North of Sammamish Lake, the terrain rises toward several distinct homesteads and localities, including Adelaide, White, and Hollywood. Notable infrastructure of the time, such as the Power Sta and the Northern Pacific rail line, highlights the growing utilities and transport network supporting these communities. To the east, the Snoqualmie River snakes through the valley, flanked by an Old Railroad Grade that hints at earlier logging or freight routes. This study also documents local cultural landmarks, from the Golf Course and Sportsman Park to a quiet Cem near the town center.