1949 Map of Rosburg

About this map

The tidal waters of Grays Bay and the Columbia River define this stretch of the Pacific Northwest, where the shifting sands of the Miller Sands Channel meet the rugged timberlands of Wahkiakum and Pacific counties. Settlement patterns follow the winding paths of the Deep River and Grays River, with small communities like Rosburg and Oneida situated near the riverbanks. The local economy in the mid-20th century is evidenced by a power station and the Cannery Light, reflecting the importance of maritime navigation and industry along the waterfront.