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2012 Map of Nord

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Nord
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Sacramento River flows along the western edge of this agricultural landscape north of Chico, defining a region where water management is central to the local economy. The terrain is marked by a complex system of drainage and irrigation, including Keefer Slough, Kusal Slough, and Mud Cr, which weave between established agricultural holdings. Small rural settlements and geographic markers like Nord, Cana, and Anita are connected by a grid of farm-to-market roads such as Wilson Landing Rd and Hamilton Nord Cana Hwy.

Genealogists and local historians will find the Pine Creek Cem near Cana particularly noteworthy, serving as a permanent record of early families in this portion of Butte County. The presence of large named properties like Bell Ranch suggests the enduring scale of ranching and farming operations in the area during the early 21st century. The map also captures the distinct junction at Four Corners, reflecting the persistent importance of local crossroads in navigating the expansive valley floor.