2015 Map of Burrel

About this map

Burrel and Lanare sit at the heart of this agricultural landscape within the San Joaquin Valley, where a complex network of waterways dictates the region's geography. The map reveals the intricate hydraulic engineering essential to the area, tracing the Liberty Millrace Canal, Murphy Slough, and Reed Ditch as they move water through the flat terrain. This reliance on water management is further evidenced by the Fresno Slough and various branch ditches, such as N Turner Ditch, that crisscross the quadrangle. Along the southern boundary, the transition from Fresno County to Kings County is marked by the North Fork Kings River and Boggs Slough. The rural character of the district is punctuated by the Swanson Ranch Nr 2 Airport, while the rectilinear grid of roads like W Elkhorn Ave and W Mt Whitney Ave defines the managed parcels of the Central Valley.