2021 Map of Plainsburg

About this map

Central San Joaquin Valley agriculture and transit corridors define this landscape at the boundary of Merced and Madera counties. The map captures a grid of rural roads and water management features including the Russell Lateral and South Slough, which support the region's long-standing farming tradition. The Santa Fe Ave corridor serves as a primary spine through the valley, connecting the established communities of Le Grand and Chowchilla. Smaller historical points of interest are preserved here, such as the Helm - Turner Cem and the small settlement of Plainsburg. Local drainage is dominated by the westward flow of the Chowchilla River, Deadman Cr, and Mariposa Cr, which bisect the valley floor. The placement of Athlone and Minturn along the main transit routes reflects the historical importance of rail-aligned shipping points for the surrounding agricultural tracts.