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1951 Map of Gerber

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Gerber
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

The Sacramento River defines the eastern edge of this agricultural landscape, where irrigation and transport have long shaped the valley floor. The town of Gerber serves as a central hub, organized around the Southern Pacific railroad lines. To the north, the smaller settlement of Proberta and the area of Las Flores sit amidst a grid of rural roads like Chard Ave and Thomes Ave, illustrating the mid-century expansion of local ranching and farming.

Water management is prominent throughout the terrain, from the Elder Creek and Coyote Creek drainages to the protective levees along the river. Landmarks such as the El Camino Grange and Tehama Cem reflect the social and civic foundations of these riverfront communities. The railroad infrastructure is particularly detailed, showing the split between the East-Side and West-Side lines near Tehama, a critical junction for regional commerce and travel during this era.