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1950 Map of Corydon

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Corydon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Corydon serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, situated at the confluence of Little Indian Creek and Indian Creek. The map documents a predominantly rural landscape in southern Indiana, characterized by numerous hilltop schoolhouses such as White Top Sch and Hillgrove Sch, alongside small family cemeteries like Shuck Cem and Jordan Cem. To the west, the Blue River carves a winding path through the Harrison-Crawford State Forest, while the southern border is defined by the sweeping bends of the Ohio River.

Transportation patterns reflect a mix of old and new, from the Sky Park Airport near the county seat to the Ferry connection linking Mauckport to Brandenburg across the state line. Notable landmarks including the County Fairgrounds and Corydon Country Club appear alongside industrial points like the Quarry and various gas wells. The terrain is marked by prominent ridges such as Mathes Hill and the distinctive Devils Backbone, providing a detailed look at the topography of Harrison County before extensive modern development.