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1947 Map of Monterey

Name: 1947 Topographic Map of Monterey
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1969
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Mission San Carlos and the Carmelite Mission anchor the coastal landscape of this 1940s survey, reflecting the deep Spanish and religious heritage of the Central Coast. The topography illustrates a significant military presence just after the war, dominated by the sprawling Fort Ord Military Reservation, including Fort Ord Village and Camp Pacific. The urban development of Monterey, Pacific Grove, and Carmel by the Sea is clearly delineated alongside specialized zones like the Presidio of Monterey and the Lighthouse Reservation at Point Pinos.

Regional land divisions reveal older pastoral roots through labels like Laguna Seca and Canada de la Segunda. Along the coast, the map details the intricate shoreline from Point Cypress to the Point Lobos State Park, where the Carmel River meets Carmel Bay. The rail infrastructure of the era is visible near the Salinas River with stops at Neponset and Lapis Siding, supporting the local industrial and agricultural economy.