1959 Map of Arlington

About this map

The rapid post-war expansion of the Mid-Cities is etched into this document, showing Arlington and Grand Prairie as they transitioned from suburban towns to a sprawling industrial and educational corridor. The campus of Arlington State College stands as a central anchor, surrounded by established neighborhoods and burgeoning developments like Southland Acres. The landscape is defined by the Missouri Pacific rail line and the newly completed Interstate 30, which fueled the regional growth. Aviation plays a significant role in the local economy, evidenced by both the Grand Prairie Municipal Airport and the Arlington Municipal Airport. Numerous local landmarks are preserved here, from the St Maria Goretti Sch to the Southland Memorial Park (Cemetery), while the creek beds of Johnson Creek and Fish Creek provide a natural contrast to the increasing urbanization of Tarrant and Dallas counties.