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1929 Map of Stevens
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1929 Map of Stevens

USGS Topo · Published 1929

About this map

The Kern River basin near Stevens and Strand reveals an intricate network of irrigation and early petroleum infrastructure in the late 1920s. This survey, conducted under State Engineer Edward Hyatt, illustrates how water management shaped the landscape via the Pioneer Canal, Johnson Canal, and James Canal. These waterways supported local agriculture alongside the growing oil industry, evidenced by the Elmer Oil Company and the Rio Bravo Oil Pumping Station. The Southern Pacific tracks provide the primary transport spine for the region, connecting isolated rural hubs. Local community life is anchored by family-named landmarks and essential institutions such as Munzer Sch and Buena Vista Sch, reflecting the established settlement patterns before further modernization. The terrain around Stevens Hill shows a complex web of canals and roads, including Bellevue Road and Panama Lane, that bridged the gap between industrial pumping stations and the river.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1929
Date Published1929
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:31,680
Physical Dimensions17.9 x 23.2 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain