1962 Map of Snelling

About this map

The Merced River valley dominates this landscape, showing the dramatic physical evidence of industrial-scale mining operations along its banks. Extensive Ingalsbe Dredge Tailings line the river corridor near Snelling, illustrating how the search for gold reshaped the local topography. Above the flood plain, the town serves as a focal point for the surrounding ranching and agricultural land, with the Snelling-Merced Falls Sch and Henderson Park serving the local community.