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1965 Map of Valley

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The Burlington Northern railroad corridor serves as the primary artery through this section of the Colville River valley, connecting the settlement of Valley to the northern reaches of the quadrangle. This 1965 survey, updated in the mid-1980s, reveals a landscape defined by its transition from the flat agricultural river bottom to the high elevations of the Colville National Forest. The geography is dotted with evidence of local industry and rural life, including a Quarry near Franzwa and the Blue Bird Mine situated near the southeastern heights.

Water plays a central role in the topography, from the meandering Colville River to the upland waters of Jumpoff Joe Lake and Blue Lake. Genealogical and local history interest is anchored by the lone Cem located near Jumpoff Joe Creek, and the family-named landmarks like Wrights Mtn and Parker Mtn that overlook the valley floor. The presence of the Gaging Sta and various storage bins along the rail line suggests a community deeply integrated with the management of its natural resources and transport logistics.