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1952 Map of Merritt

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Merritt
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Putah Creek and its many branches, including the South Fork Putah Creek and Willow Slough, dominate this Sacramento Valley landscape at mid-century. The map captures the agricultural and institutional expansion near Davis, highlighted by the sprawling grounds of the University of California and its dedicated University Airport. The transition from rural to suburban is evident in the purple-tinted growth areas of the 1970s, which contrast with the earlier established nodes of Merritt and Plainfield.

Transportation infrastructure defines the local economy, from the Southern Pacific tracks and the Elston Spur to the County Airport. Educational and social hubs are well-documented, featuring the Fairfield Sch, the West Davis Sch, and even a Drive-in Theatre located near the tracks. The detailed mapping of windmills, canals, and sloughs reflects the intricate water management system of the Yolo and Solano County border lands.