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1950 Map of Placerville

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Placerville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1950
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

Placerville and its surrounding Sierra Nevada foothills appear in this mid-century survey, revealing a landscape shaped by gold rush legacy and agricultural development. The map details a mix of active settlements and fading sites, notably Cold Springs (Site) and Logtown (Site). These former mining centers are set against a network of ridges and ravines, including Logtown Ridge and the deep cuts of Weber Creek.

Industrial and community life is marked by the presence of the Southern Pacific railroad and numerous schools such as Cold Spring Sch and the Placerville-Camino Junior Academy. Evidence of the region’s mineral wealth remains prominent through labels like the Crusader Mine, Starlight Mine, and Shaw Mine. The topography also identifies local gathering points and landmarks, from the El Dorado Co Fairgrounds to the high ground of Tombstone Mtn, providing a clear record of El Dorado County before modern suburban expansion.