Purdue University Airport and the sprawling campus grounds define the central character of this West Lafayette landscape. The map details the urban and academic expansion westward from the Wabash River, showcasing collegiate landmarks such as Ross-Ade Stadium and specialized facilities like the Purdue University Poultry Farm. The residential fabric is a complex mosaic of established neighborhoods and mid-century developments, including Wabash Shores, Indian Village, and Bar-Barry Heights. To the south, the community of Elston sits near the riverbanks, while the northern reaches transitions into the growing settlement of Klondike. Significant infrastructure is visible throughout, from the historic alignment of Old Tow Path Rd along the river to the modern bypass of Sagamore Pkwy W, reflecting the area's evolution as a major educational and transportation hub.
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1941 · Lafayette
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1942 · Otterbein
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1942 · Lafayette
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1950 · Lafayette
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1951 · Otterbein
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1953 · Danville
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1955 · Danville
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1956 · Danville
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1961 · Romney
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1961 · Stockwell
USGS Topo · 1:24,000