2012 Map of Chico

About this map

California State University-Chico and the historic Diamond Match Factory site anchor the northern half of this survey, reflecting the dual academic and industrial legacy of the region. The landscape transitions from the urbanized blocks of Chico into the agricultural expanses surrounding Durham and Dayton to the south. Complex water management systems, including the Butte Creek Diversion Channel, Crouch Ditch, and Durham Mutual Ditch, illustrate the intricate irrigation network required for the local orchards and farms. These waterways, along with natural features like Little Chico Creek and Comanche Creek, dictate the layout of rural roads and property boundaries. For those interested in local history and genealogy, the map clearly identifies significant landing points and burials, such as Stirling Junction, the Chico Cemetery, and the Butte Creek Hog Ranch Airport.