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2015 Map of El Monte

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of El Monte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Rio Hondo and the San Gabriel River converge in the southern reaches of this San Gabriel Valley landscape, creating the expansive Whittier Narrows natural area. The terrain is defined by the significant hydrological management of the Whittier Narrows Reservoir and the San Jose Creek Diversion Channel, which protect the densely settled communities of El Monte, Rosemead, and Pico Rivera. To the south, the Montebello Hills and Puente Hills rise above the flat basin, providing a distinct topographical boundary to the suburban sprawl.

Genealogists and local researchers will find several notable landmarks preserved in this 2015 record, including the San Gabriel Cemetery and Savannah Cemetery. The map also captures the sprawling grounds of Rose Hills Memorial Park and the educational campuses of Rio Hondo College and the University of the West. From the industrial corridors of Industry to the runways of El Monte Airport, this survey provides a contemporary look at the complex infrastructure of eastern Los Angeles County.