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1953 Map of Tajiguas, 1954 Print
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1953 Map of Tajiguas

USGS Topo · Published 1954

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The Santa Barbara coastline transitions from the steep Santa Ynez Mountains to the Pacific Ocean in this mid-century survey. The landscape is defined by its deep canyons, such as Cañada del Corral and Cañada del Capitan, which carry seasonal water from the high ridges toward the Santa Barbara Channel. This era of development shows the tight proximity of coastal infrastructure, with the Southern Pacific railroad and early automotive routes following the shoreline. Significant landholdings like the Tajiguas Ranch and historical land grants such as Nuestra Señora del Refugio reveal the region's ranching heritage. Near Capitan, the presence of Oil Wells, Oil Sump, and Oil Tanks highlights the industrial footprint of the petroleum industry along the coast. Public access is established at Refugio Beach State Park and El Capitan Beach State Park, where the Seawall protects the vital transit corridor against the sea.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain