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1969 Map of Hardin

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Hardin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Benton and its surrounding Marshall County landscape appear here during a period of transition, where small agricultural hamlets meet modern infrastructure developments like Interchange 43. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the Clarks River and its numerous tributaries such as Elizabeth Branch and Vanny Creek. Local social life and genealogy are anchored by several country institutions, including Church Grove Ch, Union Hall Ch, and South Marshall Sch.

Tracing the rural routes reveals traditional crossing points such as Washburn Ford and Sugartree Ford along the river, contrasting with the industrial presence of a Claypit and Gravel Pit. Notable landmarks like the Lookout Tower and Radio Tower (WCBL) stand above the low-lying sloughs and branches. For those researching family history, smaller settlements like Dogtown, Hardin, and Walnut Grove provide specific geographic contexts, while numerous burial sites including Peggy Ann Spring Cem and Benton Cem are meticulously recorded.