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1953 Map of Lakeview

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Lakeview
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

About this map

The San Jacinto River valley and the rising peaks of the Lakeview Mountains define this mid-century landscape in Riverside County. The settlement of Lakeview sits at the base of the hills, surrounded by a complex network of water infrastructure including several Duck Ponds, a Hot Spring, and the massive San Jacinto Reservoir. This 1953 survey captures the area's agricultural and ranching character, prominently featuring the Bar V Ranch and the estate at Casa Loma.

Evidence of the region's historic transit and land grants is preserved through labels for the Stagecoach Road and the boundary of the San Jacinto Nuevo y Potrero. From the heights of Mt Rudolph down to the named streets of the valley floor, such as Ramona Blvd and Lakeview Ave, the map provides a precise record of local geography before significant modern expansion. Notable natural features like Juniper Springs and the peaks of Tres Cerritos offer specific points of interest for local historians.