2012 Map of Gustine

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The San Joaquin River and Merced River converge in this fertile stretch of the San Joaquin Valley, defining a landscape shaped by water management and large-scale agriculture. The settlement of Gustine anchors the southwest corner, while the surrounding plains are dotted with significant dairy operations like Borba Dairy Farms and the Stevinson Home Ranch. This 2012 survey illustrates the region's complex hydrography, featuring numerous diversions such as Shag Slough, Mud Slough, and the E Side Irrigation Canal. Historical transit and early river crossings are evident at Hills Ferry and Fremont Ford, points that once served as vital links before modern highway infrastructure. Conservation efforts are represented by the Great Valley Grasslands SP, preserving a remnant of the native landscape amidst the strictly organized grid of agricultural roads like Santa Fe Grade and River Rd.