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1965 Map of Morro Bay South, 1994 Print
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1965 Map of Morro Bay South

USGS Topo · Published 1994

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Morro Rock stands as a massive volcanic sentinel at the mouth of Morro Bay, anchoring a coastal landscape where development and conservation converged in the mid-20th century. While the town of Morro Bay expanded at the north, residential pockets like Baywood Park and Cuesta-by-the-Sea emerged along the southern tidal flats of the Morro Estuary Natural Preserve. The map reveals a transition from these early coastal communities to the extensive open spaces of Montana de Oro State Park and the Irish Hills. Genealogy researchers will find localized landmarks such as the Quintana Cemetery and Los Osos Valley Memorial Park, alongside civic institutions like the Sunnyside Sch. The interior topography is defined by the Los Osos Valley and the sharp rise of Hollister Peak, illustrating the area's mix of marshland, volcanic peaks, and growing suburban footprints.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1965
Date Published1994
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions25.1 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain