1958 Map of Grand Rapids

About this map

The Maumee River corridor serves as the geographic heart of this mid-century survey, defining the boundary between Wood and Lucas Counties. This river landscape is punctuated by a series of significant alluvial landforms, including Missionary Island, Indian Island, and Howard Island. The settlement of Grand Rapids occupies the southern bank, positioned near the historic canal works, while Providence sits directly across the water. Transport networks are deeply etched into the terrain, from the Norfolk and Western and Baltimore and Ohio rail lines to the extensive grid of rural routes such as the Waterville-Neapolis Road. For local historians, the presence of landmarks like St Patrick Cem, Providence Ch, and the Township Sch in Neapolis provides a clear view of the social infrastructure supporting these farming communities.