1952 Map of Meridian

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The Sacramento River carves a winding path through this mid-century agricultural landscape, defining the border between Sutter and Colusa counties. Central to the area is the town of Meridian, situated along a sharp bend in the river and served by the Sacramento Northern Railroad. The topography is dominated by the dramatic rise of the Sutter Buttes to the east, while the low-lying Butte Sink and Colusa Basin illustrate the complex water management required in the valley. Extensive engineering is evident through the network of levees, the Colusa By-Pass, and the Colusa Weir. Smaller settlements like Arbee and Colusa appear alongside recreational landmarks such as the Butte Lodge Outing Club and Colusa's Shooting Club, highlighting the region's long-standing connection to waterfowl hunting and riparian land use.