1953 Map of Birmingham
USGS Topo · Published 1964About this map
Industrial and mountain landscapes of Central Alabama are extensively documented in this mid-century survey, centered on the expansion of Birmingham and the satellite cities of Bessemer, Fairfield, and Tarrant City. The complex topography of Red Mountain, Shades Mountain, and Oak Mountain dictates the urban footprint, while the Warrior River and its major forks, the Mulberry Fork and Locust Fork, provide the hydrological backbone for the region's industry. Navigational infrastructure is clearly marked, including Lock No 17 on the Black Warrior, essential for coal and iron transport.
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Editions of this 1953 Birmingham Map
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Historical Maps of Birmingham Through Time
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