1960 Map of Abingdon

About this map

Abingdon serves as the focal point of this 1960 survey, showcasing the town's expansion along the Norfolk And Western railroad and the Lee Highway. The map illustrates a community in transition, balancing established institutions like the William King High Sch and Abingdon High School with newer developments such as the Southwest Virginia 4-H Center and Scott Addition. To the south, the landscape is defined by the significant presence of South Fork Holston Lake, where the Water intake tower and Filtration plant signify the era's infrastructure growth.