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1962 Map of Raymond

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Raymond
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Raymond and Knowles serve as the primary hubs in this part of Madera County, reflecting a landscape defined by granite quarrying and hard-rock mining operations. The presence of Raymond Granite Union H S and the Raymond Cemetery highlights the established community life that grew around these industries. To the south, mining history is evident in the cluster of shafts including the Rosa Shaft, North Shaft, and Jesse Belle Shaft, while the Buchanan Mine sits near the base of Iron Mtn.

The introduction of large-scale water management is visible through the development of the Eastman Lake Recreation Area and Buchanan Dam on the Chowchilla River. These reservoirs, along with the Hensley Lake Rec Area in the southeast corner, signify a shift from the earlier mining economy toward modern recreation and irrigation infrastructure. The terrain is marked by seasonal drainages like Wildcat Creek and Daulton Creek, while the Old Grade Road traces earlier transportation routes through the hills.