1955 Map of Atlanta

About this map

Atlanta sits at the heart of this mid-century survey, serving as a hub for the vast timberlands of the Black Lake State Forest and the Thunder Bay River State Forest. The map documents a landscape defined by its glacial lakes and a transition from early industrial extraction to seasonal recreation. Evidence of the region's logging history is visible in the Old Railroad Grade and numerous Gravel Pits used for forest road construction. Local life and genealogy are anchored by the Pleasant Valley Ch, Briley Cem, and the now Edwards Sch (Abandoned). The presence of three distinct fire towers, including the Atlanta Lookout Tower, underscores the vital importance of forest management during this era, while the Canada Creek Ranch and Hagenaville Hunting Club signal the area's growing identity as a sporting destination.