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1953 Map of Denverton, 1954 Print
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1953 Map of Denverton

USGS Topo · Published 1954

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Grizzly Island and the surrounding marshlands define this mid-century landscape of northern Solano County. The terrain is a labyrinth of tidal channels, including Montezuma Slough and Nurse Slough, which separate significant landmasses like Bradmoor Island and Joice Island. This period shows the transition from early maritime and agricultural landings to specialized infrastructure, as evidenced by Beldons Landing and Meins Landing alongside the Joice Island State Game Refuge. In the southern reaches, the Sacramento Northern railroad cuts across the Montezuma Hills near the settlement of Montezuma and Shilo Church. To the north, the elevation rises into the Potrero Hills, while the presence of Travis Air Force Base at the top of the sheet signals the era's growing military footprint. The map also documents industrial activity through numerous gas wells and a Gravel Pit near the village of Denverton.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.1 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain