1952 Map of Honcut

About this map

Agricultural lands and riparian corridors dominate this mid-century landscape where Butte, Yuba, and Sutter counties meet. The complex drainage of Honcut Creek splits into North and South branches, flowing westward toward the Feather River. Transportation is anchored by parallel rail lines, with the Western Pacific and Southern Pacific railroads cutting north-south through the valley floor. Small community hubs like Honcut, Ramirez, and Craig are situated along these tracks, serving the surrounding orchards and ranchlands. The map reveals a highly engineered water landscape, featuring the Cordua Canal, numerous levees, and localized irrigation efforts such as those at La Finca Orchards. Local social and economic landmarks are evident in the inclusion of the Section 7 Gun Club and several family-named junctions like Robinsons Corner and Phillips Corner.