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1956 Map of Wilcox Ridge

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Wilcox Ridge dominates this interior portion of the Diablo Range, where a network of steep canyons and seasonal creeks defines the ranching landscape of mid-century Stanislaus County. The map captures a transition in backcountry utility, noting the Mikes Peak Lookout as an abandoned site while documenting active ranching operations at Isom Ranch and Miller Ranch. Transport through this challenging terrain is limited to a spiderweb of Jeep Trails and a small Landing Strip near the Isom property, highlighting the isolation of these uplands. Water management is critical in this environment, evidenced by scattered Reservoir labels and the winding course of North Fork Orestimba Creek. A single Shaft located in North Canyon suggests historical prospecting or mining activity, providing a specific point of interest for researchers of the region's industrial past and land use patterns before modern development reached the foothills.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1968
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain