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1955 Map of Dana

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Dana
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

The U S Military Reservation Wabash River Ordnance Works dominates the northern landscape of this mid-century survey, revealing the sprawling infrastructure of a Cold War-era industrial and military installation. Complete with a Guard Tower, Aircraft Beacon, and numerous specialized buildings, this facility stands in stark contrast to the traditional agricultural patterns of Vermillion County. Along the western edge, the town of Dana serves as a local hub, featuring prominent Grain Bins and a connection to the Baltimore and Ohio railroad, while Ernie Pyle Rest Park honors the famous war correspondent near his birthplace.

Water and transport legacy define the eastern border where the Wabash River meets an Abandoned Canal. The rugged breaks of Little Raccoon Creek create a corridor for the small community of Highland and the Montezuma Sta. Genealogists will find an exceptional density of family and community burial sites, including Walnut Hill Cem, Hollingsworth Cem, and Bates Cem, alongside landmarks like the County Home and Tennessee Valley Ch.