1959 Map of Gardendale
USGS Topo · Published 1971About this map
Gardendale and surrounding Jefferson County communities show a period of post-war expansion and industrial activity along the Louisville and Nashville railroad corridor. The landscape is shaped by the transition from rural mining and farming roots to suburban growth, with newer urban extensions highlighted alongside traditional landmarks like Snow Roberts Sch and the New Castle Community House. Significant coal-related infrastructure is evident at New Castle and the Moncrief Gem, while the topography is defined by the winding course of Turkey Creek and the prominent Easterwood Mtn. Numerous country churches, including Pineywood Ch and Shady Grove Ch, serve as anchors for established neighborhoods such as Fieldstown and Mt Olive.
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Editions of this 1959 Gardendale Map
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