1955 Map of Columbus

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The Chattahoochee River defines the western edge of this mid-century survey, separating Georgia from Alabama and serving as the industrial and logistical spine for Columbus. The city exhibits dense urban development during this era, with distinct neighborhoods like City Village and Rose Hill transitioning into suburban expansions such as Benning Hills and Linden. Significant infrastructure including the Southern Railway and Central of Georgia RR connect the manufacturing districts near the river to the wider region. To the south and east, the massive Fort Benning Military Reservation shapes the landscape, marked by military housing at Benning Park and landmarks like the Custer Road Terrace. Traces of the local economy are visible in the Brickyard Kilns and numerous gravel pits near Bussys Lake, while social life is evidenced by the Super Drive-in Speedway and several golf courses.