1956 Map of Lillis Ranch

About this map

Lillis Ranch and the Giffen Cantua Ranch anchor this mid-century portrait of Fresno County's western agricultural and industrial landscape. The transition from the steep, corrugated terrain of the Blue Hills and Monocline Ridge to the flat valley floor is defined by a network of drainage features including Arroyo Hondo and Cantua Creek. This arid landscape is punctuated by water-critical landmarks such as Green Water Spring and Sulphur Spr, which are essential for understanding the historical land use in this part of the Central Valley.