1949 Map of Bradley

About this map

The Salinas River valley near the Monterey and San Luis Obispo county line is defined by the convergence of major waterways and the significant presence of the Camp Roberts Military Reservation. The settlement of Bradley sits at the junction of the Southern Pacific railroad and the river, serving as a focal point for the surrounding agricultural and ranching landscape. To the south, the Nacimiento River and San Antonio River carve through the hills, meeting the Salinas near Nacimiento Ranch. The map reveals the infrastructure of mid-century military training, including a Rifle Range, situated alongside traditional features like a small Cem and the flat expanses of Hames Valley. The terrain is marked by numerous drainage systems such as Portuguese Canyon and Hare Canyon, illustrating the complex natural drainage of this central California region before significant modern development.