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1904 Map of Southern California Sheet No. 2, 1924 Print
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1904 Map of Southern California Sheet No. 2

USGS Topo · Published 1924

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Coastal Southern California at the turn of the century presents a landscape of burgeoning coastal towns and interior tribal lands. The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe RR traces the shoreline from San Juan Capistrano down through Oceanside and Carlsbad, anchoring a transport network that fueled early regional growth. Inland, the map documents a series of reservations, including the Pala Indian Res. and Santa Ysabel Indian Res., alongside established agricultural centers like Escondido and Fallbrook. Dramatic elevation shifts are noted from the Pacific Ocean to the heights of Cuyamaca Peak. Early hydraulic infrastructure is evident through the presence of the Sweetwater Reservoir and Upper Otay Reservoir, supporting the needs of a growing population near San Diego and the international boundary at Tia Juana.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1904
Date Published1924
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:250,000
Physical Dimensions22.4 x 19.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain