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1946 Map of Jeffersonville

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Jeffersonville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1946
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1946

About this map

The Ohio River shoreline anchors this 1946 edition, showcasing the industrial and residential grid of Jeffersonville just before the post-war expansion. A heavy concentration of transit infrastructure defines the landscape, with the Pennsylvania Railroad, Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, and the Indiana Electric Railroad converging on the riverfront. To the north, the Clark Military Grant divides the land into large diagonal sections, creating a distinct geometry that contrasts with the traditional river-oriented settlements like Utica and Cementville.

Genealogists can identify significant community markers including Walnut Ridge Cem and East End Cem, alongside local education hubs like Middle Road Sch and Lane Sch. The map also captures the rural character of the interior, from the Dark Woods to the small spiritual centers of Asbury Chapel and Watson Ch. The proximity of the Military Res near Claysburg reflects the era's strategic importance for the region.