1952 Map of Crows Landing

About this map

The agricultural landscape of Rancho Del Puerto is defined by a rigorous grid of orchards and irrigation infrastructure in the central San Joaquin Valley. This mid-century survey captures a period of significant water engineering, showing the Delta-Mendota Canal and the Calif Aqueduct cutting across the terrain west of the San Joaquin River. The town of Patterson is visible in the northwest, characterized by its distinctive radial street plan, while Crows Landing sits to the south along the Southern Pacific railroad line. A major military presence is noted at the Naval Auxiliary Landing Field, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding groves named for their crops, such as Apricot Avenue and Prune Avenue. Along the river, features like Lake Ramona and Catfish Camp indicate the riparian environment that exists alongside the managed levees and sloughs.