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2012 Map of Deepwell Ranch

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Deepwell Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Deepwell Ranch and the surrounding citrus groves and nut orchards of Kern County are depicted here in 2012, showing a landscape defined by industrial-scale agriculture and water management. The survey area is crisscrossed by a rigid grid of roads with names reflecting the local economy, such as Pistachio Rd, Grapefruit St, Lemon St, and Orange Grove Ave. This nomenclature highlights the region's specific agricultural specializations at the start of the 21st century.

Natural watercourses like Dyer Cr and Five Dog Cr meander across the plains, contrasting with the straight lines of the transportation network. In addition to the namesake Deepwell Ranch, other major agricultural operations like Hodgeman Ranch and Villard Ranch serve as primary landmarks. The presence of Industrial Farm Rd and Whisler Rd further emphasizes the transition from traditional ranching to large-scale modern farming operations.