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1942 Map of Pt. Conception
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1942 Map of Pt. Conception

USGS Topo · Published 1942

About this map

The dramatic coastline of Santa Barbara Channel is documented here during the early years of World War II, showing a landscape defined by large family holdings and the vital corridor of the Southern Pacific railroad. The map highlights the westward turn of the California coast at Pt. Conception and Government Point, a pivotal navigational landmark. Inland, the terrain is carved by numerous steep canyons such as Cañada del Gato and Arroyo El Bulito that drain the coastal range toward the sea. Large land tracts like the Bixby Ranch and Hollister Ranch dominate the geography, reflecting the region's ranching heritage. Small railroad stops and local points of interest, including Concepcion, San Augustin, and Drake, trace the path of the rail line as it hugs the bluffs above the Pacific Ocean.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1942
Date Published1942
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.97 x 21.95 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain