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1994 Map of Benton

Name: 1994 Topographic Map of Benton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

The Saline River winds through the southwestern reaches of this survey, serving as a geographic anchor for the city of Benton. The landscape during the mid-1990s reflects a complex mix of municipal expansion and industrial legacy, particularly evident in the extensive Tailings Ponds and mining infrastructure near Bauxite. This area, once the heart of the world's aluminum ore production, is shown here with its specialized rail spurs like the McNeil line and the proximity of the Bauxite Junction.

Genealogists will find a wealth of community landmarks, from the Courthouse in the center of Benton to numerous rural congregations including Mulberry Ch, Social Hill Ch, and Wright Chapel. The transition from urban streets like Edison Ave to the outlying Saline County Airport illustrates the county's late-century development. Historic burial sites such as Lee Cem, Hicks Cem, and Pleasant Hill Cem remain preserved across the terrain, marking the family history of Saline County.