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1948 Map of Columbia SE, 1964 Print
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1948 Map of Columbia SE

USGS Topo · Published 1964

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Stanislaus National Forest serves as the backdrop for this late 1940s survey of Tuolumne County, where the legacy of California’s gold-seeking era is etched into the landscape through dozens of lode and placer claims. Mining operations like the Indian Girl Mine, Shanghai Mine, and Lucky Strike Mine follow the intricate network of ridges and gulches that feed into the Stanislaus River. The map documents a rugged transition from industrial extraction to mid-century rural settlement, featuring community hubs like Belleview Sch and the Phoenix Powerhouse near Phoenix Reservoir. Scattered throughout are sites that speak to the area’s diverse cultural history, from the Italian Ranch and Italian Bar to the French Camp (Site). These localized names, alongside family landmarks like Meentzen Gl and Blewetts Point, provide a window into the specific families and workers who populated these hills.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1948
Date Published1964
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain