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2018 Map of Milpitas

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Milpitas
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The complex wetland interface of the South San Francisco Bay dominates this landscape, where the Guadalupe River and Coyote Creek meet a network of tidal channels including North Coyote Slough and Artesian Slough. The area reflects a transition from salt marshes and sloughs into the dense urban development of San Jose and Milpitas. Long-standing communities such as Alviso and Agnew are shown alongside the industrial corridors served by the Union Pacific RR.

Educational and institutional landmarks are prominent throughout the valley, including Mission College and the Northwestern Polytechnic University. The eastern edge of the survey is defined by the rising elevations of the Diablo Range, creating a sharp contrast between the flat bay lands and the upland ridges. Local heritage is preserved in sites like the Cedar Lawn Memorial Cemetery, while the modern tech-corridor character of the region is evident in the sprawling business districts of the Warm Springs District and northern Sunnyvale.