When this reservoir was drained in 2005, an artifact emerged. The old, forgotten road that connected Eugene with Florence, Oregon was visible again. These pilings supported a bridge that rotted long ago over the creek.This relic was used by Indians, settlers, and wagons in a two-day trip to the coast. In those days, it had to follow the easiest path. In doing so, it bypassed Mapleton, Oregon, a route unthinkable today.
Old Road
When this reservoir was drained in 2005, an artifact emerged. The old, forgotten road that connected Eugene with Florence, Oregon was visible again. These pilings supported a bridge that rotted long ago over the creek.This relic was used by Indians, settlers, and wagons in a two-day trip to the coast. In those days, it had to follow the easiest path. In doing so, it bypassed Mapleton, Oregon, a route unthinkable today.