1953 Map of Elmira

About this map

Travis Air Force Base and its airfield dominate the southern landscape of this mid-century survey, reflecting the significant military expansion in Solano County following World War II. The map details a transition from the agricultural roots of the English Hills and Putah Creek drainage to institutional and industrial development. In the western reaches, the California Medical Facility is established near the base of the hills, while the rail-oriented settlements of Vacaville and Elmira maintain their positions along the Southern Pacific line. Local education is anchored by rural institutions like Cooper School, Center School, and Tolenas Sch, providing critical data points for genealogists tracking family history in the Vaca Valley. The presence of the Sacramento Northern railroad and numerous gas wells suggests an economy balancing traditional ranching with infrastructure and resource extraction.