1947 Map of Wheatland

About this map

Wheatland serves as the focal point of this Central Valley landscape, situated at the intersection of the Southern Pacific railroad and the northern bank of the Bear River. The map illustrates a region defined by its complex hydrology and early aviation infrastructure, featuring several named sloughs and a landing strip north of Erie Siding. In the northeast, the sprawling boundary of Beale Air Force Base begins to take shape across the undulating terrain. A distinct pattern of large-scale landholding is evident through features like the historic Johnson Rancho and family-named landmarks such as Boardman Ranch, Durst Ranch, and the settlement of Horstville. The intricate network of drainage features, including Dry Creek, Best Slough, and Hutchinson Creek, is reinforced by an extensive system of levees designed to manage the seasonal waters of the Yuba and Sutter county borderlands.