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1950 Map of Burris Park

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Burris Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1950
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

The Kings River carves a winding path through this San Joaquin Valley landscape, where an intricate network of irrigation channels defines the agricultural character of the region. The map reveals the critical importance of water management in the mid-century, shown through named canals and ditches like Peoples Ditch, Settlers Ditch, and Emigrant DITCH. These waterways support the dispersed rural settlements anchored by local institutions such as River Bend School, Oakvale School, and Excelsior School.

Located near the junction of Fresno, Kings, and Tulare counties, the area is bounded by the Southern Pacific Railroad to the northeast. Notable landforms like Laguna De Tache and various sloughs, including Mussel Slough and Cole Slough, illustrate the natural riparian history before extensive modern modification. At the center of the sheet lies Burris Park, a significant local landmark situated along the river's bends.