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1961 Map of Tacoma North

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Tacoma North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Tacoma and its industrial waterfront dominate the southern reaches of this survey, where the Puyallup River meets Commencement Bay. The intricate system of waterways, including the Blair Waterway and Sitcum Waterway, highlights the heavy maritime infrastructure of the 1960s, complete with Grain Elevators and the Milwaukee Road rail lines. Urban development climbs the hills of Old Tacoma, marked by landmarks such as the iconic Stadium High Sch and Wright Park.

Across the waters of Puget Sound, the northern portion reveals the more rural character of Vashon Island and Maury Island. Settlements like Dockton and Manzanita are visible along Quartermaster Harbor, while the mainland coast features the Dash Point Lighthouse and Browns Point Lighthouse. The map documents the boundary between King and Pierce counties, as well as the Old Indian Reservation Bdy near Dash Point.