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1969 Map of Mercey Hot Springs

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Mercey Hot Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Mercey Hot Springs anchors the northwestern corner of this landscape, positioned along the banks of Little Panoche Creek where it enters the broader Panoche Valley. This late-1960s survey captures a transition point in California’s coastal range, where the steep terrain of Panoche Mtn and the distinctively named Glaucophane Ridge overlook a network of specialized infrastructure. A Landing Strip and Radio Facility indicate the area's role in aviation or communication, while isolated Mine symbols and numerous jeep trails suggest continued exploration of the mineral-rich hills.

The boundary between Fresno and San Benito counties cuts diagonally across the center, bisecting the drainage of the South Fork. To the south, the terrain opens into Indian Valley and the course of Las Aguilas Creek. The detailed contour mapping reveals the complex erosional patterns of Capita Canyon, illustrating a landscape primarily defined by its hydrology and rugged geology rather than dense settlement.