1959 Map of Asti

About this map

Alexander Valley is anchored by the settlement of Asti, where the Northwestern Pacific railroad follows the sweep of the Russian River. This late-1950s record shows the region's viticultural identity, with a cluster of wineries located near the riverbank and the Washington Sch serving the local community. To the north and east, the terrain rises sharply into the Mayacmas Mountains and toward Pine Mountain, a landscape dominated by deep canyons such as Devils Den and the drainage of Big Sulphur Creek. The map documents the boundary between Mendocino and Sonoma counties and the historic extent of the Rincon de Musalacon and Caslamayomi land grants. Isolated infrastructure like the Radio Repeater Station and various gaging stations highlight the era's focus on water management and communication in the backcountry.