1982 Map of Ritzville
USGS Topo · Published 1983About this map
Ritzville serves as a primary hub in this 1982 study of the Washington wheat country, where the Burlington Northern rail line dictates the placement of grain elevators and towns. The landscape is defined by the geological legacy of the Channeled Scablands, evidenced by the deep incisions of Rocky Coulee, Bauer Coulee, and Farrier Coulee. These dry channels contrast with the intricate network of lakes to the northeast, including Coffeepot Lake and Sprague Lake, which provide a distinct hydraulic character to the high desert terrain. The map captures the agricultural infrastructure of the early 1980s, noting the Reich Windmill and various gaging stations along the persistent Crab Creek. Smaller settlements like Odessa and Harrington appear as vital local centers amidst a grid of section lines and gravel pits, reflecting the rural economy of the Inland Empire.
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