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1964 Map of Zangar Junction

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Zangar Junction
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Zangar Junction serves as a critical rail intersection where the Northern Pacific and Union Pacific lines converge along the southern bank of the Walla Walla River. This mid-century survey captures the borderlands between Washington and Oregon, showing the confluence of heavy transport infrastructure and the natural hydrological features of the region. The map documents the eastern reach of Lake Wallula, a reservoir created behind the McNary Dam, which significantly altered the local landscape.

Away from the river valley, the terrain transitions into deep coulees and draws such as Vansycle Canyon and Ninemile Canyon. The presence of Warm Springs and various unnamed springs suggests a landscape where water sources were vital for early surveyors and ranching interests. This 1964 field check provides a detailed view of the industrial and natural geography of the Walla Walla Valley before further modern development.