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1959 Map of Esparto

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Esparto
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Cache Creek winds through the heart of this landscape, anchoring a complex irrigation network that includes the Hungry Hollow Canal, Adams Canal, and the Capay Dam. The settlement of Esparto serves as the regional hub, situated along the Southern Pacific railroad line with its local High School and nearby Trailer Park. To the west, the village of Capay sits near the foot of the Cañada de Capay, a gateway to the more varied terrain of the Capay Valley.

Transitioning from the agricultural flats of Adobe Slope to the elevations of Canterbury Mtn, the map reveals a mix of rural infrastructure and natural landmarks. Local history is evidenced by features like the Capay Cem and various family-named locations such as Corbin Ranch. The rugged western reaches are marked by Sugarloaf and The Slide, while numerous jeep trails and pipelines crisscross the canyons, illustrating the era's land use and water management priorities.