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Loading map...1956 Map of Glencoe
USGS Topo · Published 1973About this map
The Gadsden Air Force Depot anchors the central valley of this mid-century landscape, positioned between the expanding industrial reach of Gadsden and the residential growth of Glencoe. The industrial character of the era is evident in features like the Aqueduct, Oil Disposal Pits, and numerous quarries scattered near the Louisville and Nashville railroad tracks. These rail lines serve as a vital corridor, connecting the northern urban centers to rural southern outposts like Cobb City and Colwell.
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Map Details
Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches
Editions of this 1956 Glencoe Map
3 editions found
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Source Details
SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain