1954 Map of Dallas

About this map

The Trinity River and its major forks anchor the mid-century development of the North Texas plains, illustrating the era of massive post-war urban expansion. While Dallas and Fort Worth remain the primary industrial and cultural hubs, the burgeoning suburbs of Arlington, Irving, and Grand Prairie are clearly defined by the emerging highway network of Interstate 30 and Interstate 20. This survey shows the region's educational and civic footprint through institutions like Southern Methodist University and the Dallas County Courthouse.