1954 Map of Kimmswick

About this map

The Mississippi River serves as the central artery for this mid-century landscape, where the borders of St. Louis, Jefferson, and Monroe Counties converge. At the northern edge, the expansive Jefferson Barracks military installation overlooks the river near Cliff Cave, while the southern reaches are defined by the industrial presence of Herculaneum. The map illustrates a transition from the developing residential communities of Arnold, Le May, and Oakville to the agricultural bottoms near Valmeyer and Harrisonville. Local connectivity is highlighted by the Missouri Pacific railroad and the ST Louis-San Francisco line, which parallel the riverbanks. For genealogists, the map is particularly detailed, identifying numerous local landmarks like Nazareth Convent, Mahlers Cem, and Combs Sandy Ch Cem. The topography is marked by significant drainages such as Joachim Creek and Meramec River, alongside distinct features like Potato Hill and the river-bound Chesley Island.