1953 Map of Elsinore
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1953 Map of Elsinore

USGS Topo · Published 1953

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Lake Elsinore dominates the southern landscape, its blue expanse bordered by the burgeoning tracks of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad. This era sees the valley in a state of transition, where established mining operations like the Good Hope Mine and multiple Clay Pits exist alongside agricultural outposts like Hammock Ranch. The town of Elsinore serves as a central hub, with its grid expanding toward North Elsinore and Lakeland Village. The presence of the Railroad Canyon Reservoir and the San Jacinto River highlights the critical role of water management in this arid corridor. Local infrastructure is well-defined by landmark sites such as the Elsinore Valley Cem and Castle Lake School, while the rugged heights of the Cleveland National Forest and the Sedco Hills provide a sharp contrast to the developed Warm Springs Valley.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1953
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.9 inches

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