1956 Map of Cabazon

About this map

The Morongo Indian Reservation dominates this mid-century landscape, framing the development of Banning and Cabazon along the critical transport corridor of the Southern Pacific railroad. The map illustrates a complex water and infrastructure network necessary for desert habitation, notably featuring the Colorado River Aqueduct and the San Gorgonio River. While the urban centers show emerging residential streets like Ramsey St and Nicolet St, the surrounding terrain remains defined by rugged canyons such as Millard Canyon and prominent landmarks like Barker Peak. Notable local infrastructure includes the Banning Airport, a Riverside Co Road Camp, and various guarding stations, providing a detailed look at the public works and civic boundaries of the era. Smaller features such as a Quarry, Gravel Pit, and a Cem offer specific points of interest for local history and genealogy.