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1979 Map of Bedford West

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Bedford West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The East Fork White River carves a dramatic path through Lawrence County, creating prominent landforms like Gyger Bend and Horseshoe Bend. This 1970s survey captures the rural character of southwestern Indiana, where the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroad traverses the landscape, connecting small communities like Coxton and Riverview. The map reveals a high density of country churches and family burial grounds, such as Shiloh Ch and Bass Cem, which serve as vital markers for local genealogical research.

Industrial activity is evident near Bedford, with numerous Quarry sites and the Pumphouse indicating the region's famous limestone heritage. Further west, the terrain transitions into the Hoosier National Forest, while settlements like Fayetteville and Bryantsville anchor the agricultural uplands. Distinctive landmarks such as the Stumphole Bridge and the Drive-in Theater in Englewood provide a detailed look at mid-century infrastructure and social life.