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1953 Map of Point Conception

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Point Conception dominates this coastal landscape where the Pacific Ocean meets the Santa Barbara Channel. The western edge of the Santa Ynez Mountains drops toward the sea, marked by land grants like Nuestra Señora and San Julian. Human presence is concentrated along the narrow coastal shelf, anchored by the Lighthouse and the nearby Coast Guard Reservation. The Southern Pacific railroad hugs the shoreline, passing through small points of activity such as Concepcion and the Cojo Ranch. Numerous springs and seasonal drainages, including Cañada del Cojo and Cañada del Cementerio, cut through the terrain. This mid-century view shows a largely undeveloped stretch of the California coast before modern infrastructure expansion, preserving the isolated character of places like Jalama and Gato.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1959
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain