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1951 Map of Sears Point

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Sears Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

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Sonoma Valley and the marshy transition into San Pablo Bay define this mid-century landscape where rail lines and tidal sloughs intersect. The Northwestern Pacific and Southern Pacific railroads crisscross the lowlands, serving small transit points like Schellville and Fairville. The area's agricultural and recreational character is evident in the presence of the Sonoma Valley Club and the Sweetwater Club, alongside a Rodeo Arena and a private landing field.

Elevated terrain of the Petaluma Mountains rises to the west, featuring landmarks like Wildcat Mtn and several upland water bodies including Goose Lake and Gravelly Lake. To the southeast, the complex network of Steamboat Slough, China Slough, and Napa Slough surrounds Tubbs Island and Island No 1. This survey also documents the presence of a Naval Reservation on the eastern edge, highlighting the strategic coastal geography of the San Francisco Bay Area during this era.