2012 Map of Hacienda Ranch

About this map

Hacienda Ranch and Bent Ranch anchor this landscape of the southern San Joaquin Valley, where the topography is defined by an extensive network of water management and energy extraction. The area's agricultural and industrial infrastructure is visible through major waterways like Homeland Canal, Poso Canal, and the Goose Lake Canal, which cut straight lines across the valley floor. To the east, the Trico Gas Field indicates the region's intersection with the energy sector. A rigid grid of regional roads, including Co Line Rd and Country Line Ave, provides the framework for navigating this rural expanse. The map also captures local hydrology features such as Bull Slough, which deviates from the engineered precision of the surrounding canals. This 2012 survey documents a corner of Kings County shaped by large-scale irrigation and natural resource development.