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1954 Map of Joliet

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Joliet
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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The Des Plaines River corridor and the Ship Canal dominate this industrial landscape during the mid-1950s, defining the development of Joliet and Lockport. The heavy presence of institutional and industrial sites is clear, from the Stateville State Prison and Quarry State Prison to the massive Oil Refinery and numerous quarries. The era's transportation network is densely detailed, featuring the Elgin Joliet and Eastern Railroad and the Gulf Mobile and Ohio Railroad alongside the historic Lincoln Highway.

Residential growth is evident in neighborhoods like Raynor Park, Ingalls Park, and the settlement of Lidice. Local genealogy is well-supported by numerous mapped landmarks, including St Marys Cem, St Joseph Church, and many neighborhood schools such as Farragut Sch and Ludwig Sch. The presence of the Lewis-Lockport Airport and Lewis College highlights the region's mid-century expansion beyond its industrial roots.