1936 Map of North of Oildale

About this map

Poso Creek and Little Poso Creek carve through the foothills of the southern San Joaquin Valley in this 1930s survey. The landscape is defined by the sharp, dendritic drainage patterns characteristic of the Kern County terrain, showing the relationship between natural watercourses and early infrastructure. The presence of a Transmission Line and a prominent Well indicate the early industrial and utility footprints in an area primarily used for grazing or petroleum exploration during this era. Transportation is anchored by the Famoso Woody Road, which served as a vital connector between the agricultural valley floor and the interior foothills, following the natural contours of the land. This map, surveyed by L.O. Newsome, provides a technical view of the topographic shifts and water management features essential to the region's development before post-war expansion.