1957 Map of Clarksville

About this map

The Cumberland River and Red River define the geography of this mid-century survey, converging at the city center where industrial and civic infrastructure sits alongside long-standing neighborhoods. Civil development is anchored by Austin Peay State University and the Armory, while the Louisville and Nashville railroad provides the primary industrial artery. This edition includes significant purple-tinted updates from the 1970s, reflecting the suburban growth extending toward St Bethlehem and Ashland Hills. Beyond the urban core, the landscape is dotted with rural educational and spiritual landmarks, such as Needmore Sch and Oakland Ch. Geological and recreational interest is highlighted by Dunbar Cave and the waters of Lake Barkley, illustrating the balance between the region's natural karst topography and its engineered river systems.