1959 Map of Greenwood, 1978 Print
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1959 Map of Greenwood

USGS Topo · Published 1978

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Shades Mountain and the Bluff Ridges dominate this landscape south of Bessemer, where the industrial and suburban expansion of Jefferson County meets the winding course of the Cahaba River. The map documents a transition from established mining and transit hubs like Mobile Junction and Eastern Valley to newer residential developments such as Phillips Estates. Significant infrastructure including the Bessemer Airport and multiple Strip Mine operations underscore the region's mid-century economic character.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1959
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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