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1963 Map of Jamesan

USGS Topo · Published 1984

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Tranquillity and the small siding of Jamesan sit within a highly structured agricultural landscape in the San Joaquin Valley, defined by an extensive grid of irrigation and transport. The Southern Pacific railroad cuts diagonally across the terrain, serving as a lifeline for the rural settlements and industrial sites like the Traction Ranch. This mid-century landscape is dominated by water management, where the James Bypass and Fresno Slough navigate a territory marked by controlled inundation zones and numerous wells. The presence of a Landing Strip and specialized features like a Gaging Station and Storage Bin underscore the region's focus on large-scale ranching and commodity production. A network of arterial roads, including Whites Bridge Road and American Avenue, provides the framework for this productive valley floor as it appeared before the late 20th-century shifts in Central Valley agriculture.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1963
Date Published1984
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.5 x 26.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain