1978 Map of Dana

About this map

The Newport Army Ammunition Plant occupies a significant portion of the landscape here, its sprawling network of roads and facilities positioned north of the Baltimore And Ohio railroad. The town of Dana serves as a western anchor, while the eastern edge is defined by the Wabash River and the adjacent Highland and Hillsdale settlements. This area in Vermillion County reflects a complex mix of industrial and agricultural utility, where industrial Claypits near the river contrast with numerous small family and community burial grounds, such as Highland Cem and Wimsett Cem. Transport history is visible through the Old Railroad Grade and the Louisville And Nashville line, which served the river-adjacent industries and the Montezuma Sta. The map also honors local heritage at the Ernie Pyle Rest Park, providing a detailed look at the infrastructure of the late 1970s.