1954 Map of Corona North

About this map

Lake Norconian and the adjacent Naval Reservation anchor the central portion of this mid-century landscape, which captures a transition from large agricultural estates to established suburban communities. The Naval Hospital site stands out as a significant institutional presence near Norco, while to the north, the terrain is defined by the Santa Ana River and the dry beds of Cucamonga Creek. The area shows a structured grid of poultry and citrus production, with local infrastructure including the East Vale School and the Fuller Ranch. To the south, the city of Corona is depicted with its distinctive circular layout and the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad corridor. The map records the early development of Home Gardens and Mira Loma, set against the backdrop of the Jurupa and La Sierra hills, shortly after the construction of the Prado Flood Control Basin.