1956 Map of St. Paul

About this map

French Prairie defines the fertile agricultural character of this mid-Willamette Valley region, where the Willamette River meanders past Mission Bar and Ray Bar. The map illustrates a landscape shaped by early Oregon history, anchored by the settlement of St Paul and the nearby Champoeg State Park, the site of the state's provisional government. The transition from traditional river-oriented commerce to modern infrastructure is evident in the alignment of the Burlington Northern railroad and the Baldock Freeway skirting the edge of Woodburn. Local genealogy is well-served by the presence of the Champoeg Cem, Fairfield Cemetery, and the St Louis School. The drainage network, featuring Champoeg Creek and its many branches, underscores the area's long-standing reliance on its natural waterways for drainage and irrigation.