1953 Map of Lincoln

About this map

The Southern Pacific railroad corridor serves as the industrial spine for this Placer County landscape, connecting the agricultural and mining interests of Lincoln and Sheridan. The terrain is characterized by a series of parallel watercourses including Coon Creek, Doty Ravine, and Auburn Ravine, which are interspersed with evidence of significant land modification. Large areas of Dredge Tailings and an active Clay Pit reflect the region's extractive history, while the presence of the Lincoln Airport and a growing street grid in the town of Lincoln indicate mid-century modernization. Local history is anchored by landmarks such as Manzanita Cem, several windmills, and small rail-side settlements like Brock and Clayton. This survey offers a precise look at the transition from resource extraction to a more established residential and aviation-focused infrastructure.