1951 Map of Corning

About this map

The Sacramento River meanders through this agricultural landscape at the midpoint of the century, defining the boundaries of Tehama, Butte, and Glenn counties. The Southern Pacific railroad serves as the primary corridor for commerce, connecting established hubs like Corning and Orland with smaller railside points such as Richfield and Kirkwood. Near the river, the presence of McIntosh Landing and Wilson Landing highlights the era when river traffic was a critical lifeline for valley growers.