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2018 Map of La Cima

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of La Cima
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Kettleman Hills rise prominently from the floor of the Central Valley, showcasing a landscape deeply carved by numerous intermittent watercourses such as Arroyo Torcido and Arroyo Largo. This 2018 survey captures the industrial and agricultural character of southwestern Kings Co, where the Governor Edmund G Brown California Aqueduct cuts a precise line across the flatlands toward the foothills. The terrain transition is marked by features like Discovery Ridge and Double Hill, indicating the complex geological folding of the area.

Industrial activity and settlement patterns are anchored by the community of Avenal and the specialized site at Hydril, positioned near Hydril Hill. Local genealogy and land use researchers can find specific named landmarks throughout the hills, including La Cuesta, El Chichon, and North Dome. These Spanish-named features reflect the cultural history of the San Joaquin Valley and the long-standing management of these slopes for petroleum extraction and cattle grazing.