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1956 Map of Priest Valley

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Priest Valley serves as the central hub of this remote Monterey and Fresno County borderland, where the landscape is defined by a dense network of canyons and high ridges. The map illustrates a mid-century rural infrastructure, including the Stone Canyon Mine and the Slack Canyon School, which anchored the small mountain communities of the era. The presence of the Joaquin Murietta Fire Control Sta at the northern edge and the County Road Camp suggests the ongoing management of this rugged interior during the 1950s. Water sources like Coalinga Mineral Spr and numerous ephemeral creeks such as Mustang Creek and Jacalitos Creek highlight the geographic challenges and local resources that shaped early ranching and mining efforts in the region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1963
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain