1954 Map of Sutherlin

About this map

The confluence of the North Umpqua River and South Umpqua River forms a central geographic anchor for this mid-century portrait of Douglas County. The landscape is defined by the agricultural valley floors of Garden Valley and Green Valley, where small communities like Stephens, Wilbur, and Cleveland established deep roots. Transportation infrastructure of the era is prominently displayed, from the Southern Pacific rail line connecting Oakland and Sutherlin to the industrial Camas Mountain Logging RR moving timber out of the eastern hills. Local history is preserved through markers such as the Cleveland Cem, Eden Ch, and the Garden Valley Sch. Notable landmarks include several river crossings, specifically the Bullock Bridge and a Covered Bridge located north of Sutherlin, reflecting the region's reliance on river-and-road connectivity before modern highway expansions.