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1952 Map of Dixon

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Dixon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1953
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

Dixon sits at the heart of this agricultural landscape in the early 1950s, serving as a vital hub for the Southern Pacific railroad. The town's grid is well-defined, featuring landmarks like the County Fairgrounds, the High Sch, and a central City Park. Outside the town center, the terrain is shaped by several seasonal waterways, including Dudley Creek, Sweeney Creek, and Gibson Canyon Creek.

The survey also identifies smaller surrounding settlements such as Sucro and Batavia, which are linked by the rail line and the McClune road. To the southeast, the Naval Reservation and a U S Government Reservation indicate a federal presence near the regional Radio Station. Scattered rural features, from the Tremont School to the local Airport, reflect a mid-century community transitioning between established ranching roots and expanding post-war infrastructure.