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1903 Map of Cuyamaca

USGS Topo · Published 1942

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The San Diego Cuyamaca and Eastern R.R. terminates at Foster, serving as a vital link for the agricultural and ranching communities of the inland valleys at the turn of the century. This landscape is defined by the transition from the developing coastal plains around El Cajon and Santee to the high peaks of the Cuyamaca range. Engineering of the era is evident in the multiple tunnels, including the Monte Tunnel and Lankershim Tunnel, designed to manage water or rail passage through the granite ridges. To the south, the international boundary with Baja California is clearly delineated near the settlement of Tecate. Water management is a primary focus, anchored by the Cuyamaca Reservoir and the Barrett Dam site on Cottonwood Creek, reflecting the early infrastructure required to support the region's growth. The map also identifies the Capitan Grande Ind. Res. and Sequan Ind. Res., marking protected lands within the mountain canyons.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1903
Date Published1942
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:125,000
Physical Dimensions16.5 x 19.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain