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1954 Map of West Camp

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

West Camp serves as the focal point of this industrial and agricultural landscape situated along the Kings and Kern County line. The terrain is defined by a systematic grid of section lines, where human infrastructure has been imposed upon the natural geography of the San Joaquin Valley. Key features like the Sand Ridge break the otherwise level contours, while a network of Pipe Lines and a prominent Levee indicate the region's managed water and resource distribution. The presence of an Oil Well and Oil Tank in the southwestern quadrant points to the emergence of petroleum extraction during this era, a shift from the purely agricultural roots of the surrounding valley floor. Researchers will note the concentration of Water Tanks and a Windmill, essential markers for early 20th-century life and industry in this arid environment.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1976
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.5 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain