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1954 Map of West Camp

USGS Topo · Published 1962

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West Camp and the small settlement of Espy lie at the heart of this mid-century landscape where Kings and Kern Counties meet. The terrain is defined by a sophisticated system of water management and industrial infrastructure, visible through the network of Ditch and Levee lines that cross the arid basin. Near the southern boundary, an Oil Well and associated Oil Tank indicate the region's energy extraction roots, while a prominent Pipe Line bisects the quadrangle diagonally. The topographic relief of Sand Ridge stands out against the flatter sections of the valley, which are dotted with essential ranching and utility features like a Windmill, a Pump, and several scattered Water Tanks. This 1954 survey captures a moment when the San Joaquin Valley was intensifying its use of groundwater and petroleum resources through a strictly organized grid of sections and pipelines.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1962
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