1919 Map of Orestimba Creek

About this map

Orestimba Creek and Crow Creek wind through the hills of Stanislaus County in this preliminary topographic study. Surveyed in 1915 under the direction of Geo. R. Davis and R. B. Marshall, this edition highlights the intricate canyon systems and high ridges that characterize the eastern slopes of the Diablo Range before they descend into the valley floor. The map’s focus on the sharp relief along these watercourses illustrates the geological complexity of the area, providing a detailed look at the drainage patterns and elevation contours that shaped early land use in the region. This particular sheet, a cooperation between the U.S. Geological Survey and the State of California, captures the terrain in its raw form before extensive modern development altered the surrounding watershed.