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1956 Map of San Ardo

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of San Ardo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

The Salinas River corridor defines the western edge of this mid-century landscape, serving as the primary artery for both the Southern Pacific railroad and local settlement. The community of San Ardo serves as the focal point, anchored by the San Ardo Church and a nearby Cemetery, while smaller stops like Docas and Lynch trace the path of the rail line. To the east, the terrain transitions into a complex network of canyons and ridges, including Peachtree Valley and the prominent Mustang Ridge.

This 1950s survey captures the region's agricultural and transit-oriented character before the intensification of modern development. High points like Chalk Peak and Monarch Peak look over a series of deeply carved drainages such as Pancho Rico Creek and Sweetwater Canyon. The presence of the Mustang Summit Fire Control Sta and the Airline Highway reflects the ongoing importance of fire monitoring and regional connectivity in this portion of Monterey County.