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1955 Map of Geyserville

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Geyserville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Alexander Valley dominates the northeastern landscape of this mid-century survey, where the Russian River winds past the established community of Geyserville. The economic and social geography of the era is clearly defined by the parallel routes of the Redwood Highway and the Northwestern Pacific railroad, which connect smaller sidings and points like Chianti, Omus, and Nervo. These transport corridors served the region's agricultural interests, linking orchards and vineyards to larger markets.

In the rugged uplands to the west, Bradford Mtn rises above a complex drainage system including Dry Creek and Pena Creek. Historical local infrastructure is well-documented through features such as the Olive Hill Sch, Manzanita Sch, and the Lytton Industrial Home. The map also captures the Healdsburg Municipal Airport and early land grant boundaries like Sotoyome and Rincon De Musalacon, providing a detailed look at Sonoma County's evolving land use and rural development.