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1950 Map of Gosford
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1950 Map of Gosford

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

Bakersfield and its burgeoning southwestern outskirts are the focal point of this mid-century landscape, defined by a complex network of irrigation and transportation. The agricultural foundations of Kern County are evident in the dense web of waterways including the Buena Vista Canal, Stine Canal, and James Canal, which supported the surrounding ranch lands. While the northern edge of the map shows the emerging urban grid and the Stockdale Country Club, the southern portion remains largely rural with scattered settlements and educational landmarks. Local history is anchored at sites like Old River, Bannister, and Gosford, while the Southern Pacific railroad provides a heavy industrial artery. This survey reveals a transition from traditional ranching at Bellevue Ranch toward a more structured suburban and industrial footprint, highlighted by the prominence of regional schools like Union Ave Sch and Greenfield Sch.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1950
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain