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1938 Map of Gorman
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1938 Map of Gorman

USGS Topo · Published 1938

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The Tehachapi Mountains and the dramatic geological depression of the San Andreas Rift Zone Valley dominate this terrain on the boundary of Kern, Los Angeles, and Ventura counties. In the 1930s, this area served as a critical mountain gateway for California travelers, centered on the settlement of Gorman and the famous Tejon Pass. The transportation network is remarkably detailed, featuring the legendary Ridge Route and the Frazier Mtn Park Road, tracing the path of early automotive travel through the Castac Valley. A long-distance Transmission Line cuts across the mountains, while scattered water sources like the Canada de los Alamos and various unnamed springs highlight the arid challenges of the high-country landscape. Further south, the map reveals more remote ranching and forest lands within the Los Padres National Forest, including the Alamo Ranch and the small outpost of Chandler.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1938
Date Published1938
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions17.4 x 23.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain