1954 Map of Allensworth

About this map

Allensworth stands as a focal point in this Central Valley landscape, situated along the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad line. The map reveals an area defined by heavy water management and energy extraction during the mid-20th century, characterized by an extensive system of levee structures and the Alpaugh Irrigation District Canal. The presence of the Trico Gas Field is marked by numerous gas wells scattered across the township grid, illustrating the industrial footprint of the era. Toward the south, the terrain transitions into a series of managed wetlands and recreational sites, including the Visalia Gun Club, Tulare Gun Club, and various duck ponds near Poso Creek. This 1954 survey, with 1969 photorevisions, captures the intersection of early 20th-century settlement patterns with the expansion of California's agricultural and resource infrastructure.