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1995 Map of New Cuyama

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of New Cuyama
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

New Cuyama and the surrounding Cuyama Valley serve as the focal point of this mid-1990s landscape, illustrating a specialized community developed in support of the region's oil and agricultural interests. The map delineates the Cuyama Grant (Heirs of Cesario Lataillade), reflecting the deep-rooted land tenure history of the area. Infrastructure such as the New Cuyama Airport, the New Cuyama Ranger Station, and the Cuyama Valley High School define the town's role as a regional hub.

The topography transitions from the valley floor and the Cuyama River into the complex drainages of the Los Padres National Forest. Numerous wells and pipelines crisscross the terrain near Bitter Creek, while the southern portion reveals a Phosphate Mine and family-named landmarks like Turkey Trap Ridge. This survey captures the intersection of industrial extraction, public land management, and residential life in Santa Barbara County.