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1951 Map of Lexington

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Lexington
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

Lexington and the surrounding Shenandoah Valley landscape appear here in mid-century detail, centered on the confluence of the Maury River and South River. The map captures the established settlement patterns of Rockbridge County, where historic religious centers like New Providence Ch and Bethesda Ch served rural communities long before modern expansion. The presence of Rockbridge Baths and Wilson Springs indicates the region's enduring appeal for its natural waters, while industry is noted through sites like McClung Mill and the Quarry near Mudtown.

Transportation infrastructure defines the valley floor, with the Lee Highway and U S 60 cutting through the terrain alongside the tracks of the Norfolk and Western and Chesapeake and Ohio railroads. The rugged western boundary is marked by the George Washington National Forest, featuring landmarks such as the Maury Monument and Jump Mountain. This survey provides a clear view of the transition from the dense mountain ridges to the productive agricultural lands of the central valley.