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1967 Map of Rio Linda

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Rio Linda
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The agricultural and suburban landscape of northern Sacramento County is defined by the heavy presence of McClellan Air Force Base and the Sacramento Northern railroad. The residential blocks of Rio Linda and North Highlands show significant mid-century expansion, while the surrounding areas maintain a rural character with landmarks like the Rio Linda Airport and Gibson Ranch County Park. Education is a central theme of this 1960s landscape, with numerous campuses such as Rio Linda High Sch and Grant Union High Sch serving the growing population.

Water management and terrain features like Cherry Island and the American Basin suggest the historical drainage patterns of Dry Creek and Magpie Creek. Transportation infrastructure is robust, featuring the Southern Pacific tracks and specialized facilities like the Elverta Switchyard. Cultural sites, including the Sunset Lawn Cem and the Drive-in Theater, provide specific touchpoints for local historians tracing the development of Sacramento's northern suburbs during this era.