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1949 Map of Bryson

USGS Topo · Published 1985

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The Sapaque Valley provides a clear view of mid-century rural Monterey County, where the settlement of Bryson sits at the junction of the Sapaque Creek and several mountain drainages. This landscape is defined by the sharp transition between military and recreational land use, with the northern portion occupied by Fort Hunter Liggett. The introduction of major water infrastructure is evident in the presence of the San Antonio Reservoir Recreation Area and Lake San Antonio, which drastically altered the local topography. Local educational history is preserved through the locations of the Hesperia Sch and Pleyto Sch, while family-run operations like Smith Ranch and various Windmill sites suggest a resilient ranching economy. The map also traces the Nacimiento River as it winds through the Santa Lucia Range, crossing the border between Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties at Beasley Flat.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1949
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.5 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain