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1959 Map of Chimineas Ranch

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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Chimineas Ranch and its neighboring agricultural outposts define this corner of the California interior during the late 1950s. The landscape is characterized by a transition from the level expanse of the Carrizo Plain and the edge of Soda Lake in the north to the rising elevations of the Caliente Range and the Los Padres National Forest in the south. This era shows a network of remote ranching operations, including Goodwin Ranch and American Ranch, often accompanied by private landing strips and critical water sources like Turkey Camp Well. The presence of several springs and the drainage of Barrett Creek illustrate the vital importance of water management in this arid environment. Traces of early industrial activity are seen at a mine and a jeep trail winding through Saltos Canyon, providing evidence of how these high-desert lands were navigated and utilized.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1959
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain