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1954 Map of Rosedale

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Rosedale
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

Industrial expansion and agricultural irrigation define this mid-century landscape in the southern San Joaquin Valley. The complex network of waterways, including the Friant-Kern Canal, Lerdo Canal, and Calloway Canal, illustrates the massive engineering efforts required to sustain the region's productivity. Major energy infrastructure is visible across the quadrangle, with the Rio Bravo Oil Field and Rosedale Oil Field dominating the terrain alongside a local refinery.

Settlement patterns follow the paths of the Southern Pacific and Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroads, connecting rural hubs like Rosedale and Hights Corner. Educational and community landmarks such as Greeley Sch and Lerdo Sch are documented, while the Shafter Cem serves as a critical point of interest for genealogists tracing early families in the area. The presence of a landing strip and several gravel pits further highlights the diverse economic activity near Crome and Una during this era.