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1949 Map of Stanislaus
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1949 Map of Stanislaus

USGS Topo · Published 1949

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The Stanislaus River carves a deep path through the heart of this landscape, its waters harnessed for power and transport during the post-war era. The industrial footprint of the Sierra Nevada is clear, from the Powerhouse Stanislaus near Clarks Flat to the high-elevation Lumber RR and numerous ditches like the Utica Ditch. These features point to a mid-century economy built on hydropower and timber extraction. Logging operations are further evidenced by the Calaveras Ranger Sta and the network of forest roads surrounding Doud Hill. On the eastern edge, the preservation of the Stanislaus Grove Big Trees stands in contrast to the nearby timber lands. Settled areas such as Avery and Hathaway Pines serve as mountain hubs, while remote fire detection points like McCormick Lookout and Forebay Lookout overlook the rugged drainage basins of Griswold Creek and McCormick Creek.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1949
Date Published1949
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain