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1968 Map of Galena

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Galena
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

The historic riverfront of Galena is the centerpiece of this 1960s survey, showing the city's complex topography and its deep ties to the lead mining industry. Mining heritage is visible throughout the area, from the Vinegar Hill Mine in the north to the Appleton Mine and numerous unnamed Mines scattered across the bluffs. Significant religious and community landmarks such as St Michaels Cath Ch and St Marys Cath Ch anchor the town center, while Greenwood Cem and Grant Hill Cem provide important records for local genealogists.

The landscape is defined by the winding Galena River and the expansive backwaters of the Mississippi River. Low-lying areas like Harris Slough and Deadmans Slough are protected within the Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge. Notable heights such as Horseshoe Mound and Pilot Knob overlook the river valley, while the presence of an Old Railroad Grade and lines like the CB & Q reflect the region's historic transportation corridors.