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1953 Map of Lakewood

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Lakewood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

Lake Erie defines the northern edge of this suburban landscape, where the meandering Rocky River carves a deep valley through the heart of the region. The Rocky River Reservation follows the river's winding course, preserving a corridor of green space amidst the post-war expansion of Lakewood, Rocky River, and Fairview Park. To the south, the massive footprint of Cleveland Hopkins Airport stands as a primary infrastructure hub, while a dense network of Catholic schools and parish churches, such as St Christopher Sch and St James Sch, points to the community's social and religious foundations.

Industrial and transport corridors are well-established, with the New York Central and Baltimore and Ohio railroads servicing the area. The map captures the transition from older ridge-line settlements like Butternut Ridge and North Ridge to the modern residential blocks of Parma and Brook Park. Local landmarks like Lakewood Hospital and several cemeteries, including Holy Cross Cem and Alger Cem, anchor the more established neighborhoods.