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1979 Map of Vancouver

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Vancouver
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

The confluence of the Columbia River and Willamette River anchors this 1979 survey, revealing the complex transit and water networks of the Pacific Northwest during a period of significant regional growth. Portions of Portland and Vancouver are shown in detail, including the heavy infrastructure of the Portland International Airport and the historic Vancouver Barracks. The map captures the industrial and academic character of the era through sites like the University of Portland and Reed College, while the surrounding landscape is defined by massive natural and managed areas such as the Gifford Pinchot National Forest and the Sauvie Island Wildlife Area.

Regional transportation is dominated by the Burlington Northern and Union Pacific railroads, which parallel the riverbanks. Beyond the urban centers, the map documents smaller communities like Scappoose, Reedville, and Yankton. The transition from the Tualatin Mountains to the foothills of the Cascades is marked by significant peaks, including Larch Mountain and Silver Star Mountain, and protected spaces such as Columbia Gorge Recreation Area.