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1965 Map of Sand Canyon

USGS Topo · Published 1982

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The Mount Poso Oil Field dominates the southern landscape of this mid-1960s survey, reflecting the intensive resource extraction that shaped this region of Kern County. A network of unimproved roads and fence lines crisscrosses the hills, connecting remote outposts like the Villard Ranch and Horseshoe Ranch. The terrain is defined by a complex system of drainage, where Little Poso Creek and Five-Dog Creek cut through the arid uplands toward the San Joaquin Valley. Along the Garces Highway, evidence of early settlement and utility appears in the form of isolated Cem markers, water tanks, and a small Prospect, indicating the sparse but persistent human presence in these canyons. The map also identifies numerous seasonal water sources such as Willow Spring and Carver Spring, which were vital for the ranching operations established in the area's deep gulches and canyons.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1965
Date Published1982
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.91 x 26.98 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain