1947 Map of Lompoc

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The Santa Ynez River carves through the heart of this coastal valley, separating the Purisima Hills from the Santa Rita Hills. In the late 1940s, the landscape around Lompoc reflects a deep Spanish colonial heritage alongside mid-century military and industrial growth. Significant historical sites including Mission La Purisima and La Mission Vieja De La Purisima are clearly documented, with the former preserved within Mission La Purisima State Park. To the west, the Camp Cooke Military Reservation dominates the coastal terrace, while the town's economic activity is highlighted by the Southern Pacific rail line and large Diatomaceous Earth Quarries located south of the river. Rural life is evidenced by the presence of the Jalama Sch and small settlements like Acorn and Jalama.