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Today In SCV History: July 1, 1915 - The Town Of Castaic Officially 'Born'
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Today In SCV History: July 1, 1915
Source: KHTS Hometown Station
Date: 07/01/2026 9:00am
Article Summary:
**July 1, 1915: Completion of the Ridge Route Marks the Official Birth of Castaic**
Castaic is considered officially “born” on July 1, 1915, with the completion of the Ridge Route, a groundbreaking mountain highway that connected Los Angeles to the Central Valley and spurred growth in the once-isolated community. Though the area’s history dates back to the Tataviam people and early rail and ranching developments, the highway’s opening marked the beginning of Castaic’s transformation into a thriving town.
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Date: 07/01/2026 9:00am
Article Summary:
**July 1, 1915: Completion of the Ridge Route Marks the Official Birth of Castaic**
Castaic is considered officially “born” on July 1, 1915, with the completion of the Ridge Route, a groundbreaking mountain highway that connected Los Angeles to the Central Valley and spurred growth in the once-isolated community. Though the area’s history dates back to the Tataviam people and early rail and ranching developments, the highway’s opening marked the beginning of Castaic’s transformation into a thriving town.
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