1953 Map of Sawtooth Ridge

About this map

Sunflower Valley and the Antelope Valley converge in this mid-century survey of the California interior, where the Diablo Range meets the Temblor Range. The landscape is defined by the intersection of early oil extraction and ranching life, anchored by Kecks Corner and the E Still Ranch. Industrial activity is evident in the north at the Devils Den Oil Field, while multiple Gypsum Pits dot the eastern slopes. A network of water management features, including several Reservoirs and a prominent Pipeline, underscores the necessity of irrigation in this arid corridor. Terrain landmarks like Sawtooth Ridge, Bluestone Ridge, and Raven Pass provide critical navigational points between the valleys and the Shale Hills.