1915 Map of Rickreall

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Rickreall Creek meanders through this portion of Polk County, where the agricultural and rail landscapes of the mid-1910s are intricately documented. The intersection of the Southern Pacific (Westside Division) and the Salem Falls City and Western rail lines at Gerlinger serves as a focal point for the region's transport network. Local education and community life are marked by the Greenwood School and Oakpoint School, while the presence of the Derry Orchard highlights the importance of the area's fruit production. Along the eastern edge, the Willamette River defines the boundary line, winding past Hayden Lake and Humbug Lake. The terrain transitions from the lowlands near Mud Slough to the prominent rise of Bald Hill and the heights near Holmes Gap, providing a clear view of the rural settlement patterns of early 20th-century Oregon.