1950 Map of Vina

About this map

Vina and its surrounding orchards and riparian bottomlands are detailed in this mid-century survey, which reveals the intricate water management of the upper Sacramento Valley. The Sacramento River meanders through the landscape, flanked by complex systems like Champlin Slough and Koutz Slough, while a network of irrigation infrastructure including the Main Canal, siphons, and a fish weir supports the local agriculture. The map preserves the boundaries of historic land grants, specifically Rio De Los Molinos and Bosquejo, showing how these colonial-era divisions continued to shape property and road patterns into the 1950s. Rural infrastructure is well-documented, from the Southern Pacific rail line and Moon School to river access points like Gardiner Ferry Road and the riverside settlement at Merrills Landing.