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1949 Map of Hames Valley

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Hames Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

The Salinas River corridor and the surrounding canyons of southern Monterey County define this 1940s landscape. This survey, compiled from 1947 aerial photography, captures the agricultural and industrial infrastructure of the era, from the scattered Windmills supporting livestock to an Oil site. The Southern Pacific railroad follows the river valley through the San Bernardo land grant, providing a vital transport link for the region's ranching economy.

Social and military life intersect here, with the Hames Valley Hall serving as a community landmark near the confluence of Hames Creek and Swain Valley. To the southwest, the boundary of the Hunter Liggett Mil Res indicates the significant military presence in the area. The terrain is marked by prominent drainage systems like Garrissere Canyon and McCoy Canyon, alongside natural water sources such as Los Lobos Spr, which were essential for settlement in this arid valley environment.