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1935 Map of Columbia

Name: 1935 Topographic Map of Columbia
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1935
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1935

About this map

Columbia serves as a thriving educational and transit hub in the mid-1930s, defined by its concentration of academic institutions and early aviation infrastructure. The campus of the University of Missouri dominates the southern part of the city, adjacent to Memorial Stadium and Rollins Field, while Stephens Col and Christian College anchor the central district. The Wabash RR terminates in the heart of town, providing a critical rail link for the region's agricultural and collegiate needs.

Beyond the city limits, the landscape transitions into a network of creek valleys, including Hinkson Creek and Grindstone Creek, where rural life is organized around local landmarks like the Grindstone Sch and Bethel Ch. Notable specialized facilities such as the State of Missouri Serum Plant and the original Columbia Airport reflect the era's technical and scientific advancements, while family-named grounds like Courtney Cem offer essential data for genealogical research.