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1954 Map of Indian Gulch

USGS Topo · Published 1956

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Hornitos and the surrounding foothill country of the Sierra Nevada are captured here during a period of transition in the mid-1950s. The landscape is defined by a dense network of hard-rock mining operations, including the Ruth Pierce Mine, Saint Marys Mine, and the Pocahontas Mine, many of which were central to the regional economy since the Gold Rush. This survey reflects the persistence of cattle ranching alongside the older mineral extractive industries, as evidenced by large holdings like Chase Ranch and Round Hills Ranch. The presence of small community hubs is marked by rural institutions such as the Hornitos School and Cathay School, while the Yosemite Highway cuts through the rugged terrain of Schultz Mountain and Wildcat Mtn, connecting these remote settlements to the larger Central Valley.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1956
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain