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1951 Map of Rutherford

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Rutherford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The Napa Valley wine country is captured here during a period of transition in the mid-20th century. While the agricultural foundations of St Helena and Rutherford are firmly established, the landscape remains characterized by a mix of orchards, vineyards, and industrial mining history. Notable features include the LaJoya Quicksilver Mine and Bella Oak Mine, signaling the region's diverse economic interests beyond viticulture. The Southern Pacific railroad line runs parallel to the St Helena Highway, serving the vital transportation needs of the valley's towns.

Rising above the valley floor, the rugged terrain of Sugarloaf Ridge State Park and peaks like Mt St John and Mt Veeder define the western boundary with Sonoma County. Water management is evident through the presence of Lake Hennessey and the controlled course of the Napa River. Small local landmarks such as Daniel Airfield and the Enterprise Sch provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians tracking the development of these communities.