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1962 Map of Sherars Bridge

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Sherars Bridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

About this map

Deschutes River Lands Recreation Area defines the eastern landscape of this Oregon quadrangle, where the Deschutes River carves a deep path through the plateau. This 1962 survey, updated with 1980s photorevisions, captures the intersection of heavy transport and rural life along the Wasco and Sherman County line. The historic crossing at Sherars Bridge remains a focal point for the small settlement of Sherar, which served as a vital link over the river.

Upland features such as Tygh Ridge and Tygh Ridge Road emphasize the area's agricultural character, supported by the Tygh Valley High Line Ditch. Genealogists may find interest in the Warner Cemetery and the smaller Cem located near the riverbank. The rail corridor is marked by both the Northern Pacific and Burlington Northern routes, tracing the river's winding course past landmarks like the Gravel Pit and Storage Bins.