The Salinas River corridor defines the western edge of this landscape, where the settlement of Wunpost sits near the river’s path and the intersection of Railroad St. East of the river, the terrain rises into a complex network of canyons and gulches, including the distinctive Powell Canyon and Sheep Canyon. The geography reflects a ranching and rural transport history, evidenced by winding routes like Sargents Rd and Deadmans Gulch Rd that navigate the high ground around Semas Mtn. Further south, the terrain opens into Swain Valley, a notable break in the upland topography. This 2018 survey captures a contemporary view of these traditional names, from Portuguese Canyon to Sargent Cr, showing how the land is divided into township and range sections.
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1912 · San Ardo
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1915 · Priest Valley
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1919 · San Miguel
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1919 · Bradley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1941 · Priest Valley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1941 · San Ardo
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1941 · Bradley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · San Ardo
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Priest Valley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1947 · San Luis Obispo
USGS Topo · 1:250,000