1917 Map of Kurand

About this map

The Southern Pacific railroad cuts through the southern terrain of Glenn County, serving the small siding of Kurand. This rail line, identified as the Fruto Branch, follows the contours near the South Fork Willow Creek, providing a vital link for the agricultural and ranching interests of the early twentieth century. The landscape is defined by the drainage patterns of the foothills, where watercourses like Sheep Corral Creek and French Creek carve out distinct valleys and gulches.