1955 Map of Columbia
USGS Topo · Published 1969About this map
Sugarloaf Heights and the Sugar Loaf bluffs dominate the landscape east of the Mississippi floodplains, where the Gulf Mobile and Ohio and Missouri Pacific railroads converge. This mid-century survey captures Columbia as it expands along the ridge, supported by vital transport hubs like Millstadt Junction and the Columbia J B Airfield. The map reveals a high density of family and community landmarks, particularly across the southern reaches where New Hanover sits near the Zoar Ch and New Hanover Station. Genealogists will find an exceptional number of burial sites, including the Shoemaker Cem, McConkey Cem, and Palmer Cem. Industrial footprints are visible at the northern Quarry and an intriguing Experimental Underground Gas Storage facility, reflecting the area's geological utility during the Cold War era.
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Editions of this 1955 Columbia Map
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Historical Maps of Columbia Through Time
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