1952 Map of Livermore

About this map

Green River and Rough River converge at Livermore, a vital riverfront hub in McLean County during the early 1950s. The landscape is defined by the broad Cypress Bottom and significant topographical rises like Boehler Knob and Bates Knob. The Louisville and Nashville railroad runs north-south through the region, connecting the riverside community of Livermore with the settlements of Island and Moorman to the south. Numerous Oil Wells are scattered across the terrain, indicating the era's active extractive industry. Local history is deeply embedded in the rural infrastructure, from the many river crossings like Vicker Bridge and Stroud Bridge to the small community anchors of New Cypress Ch and Worthington Chapel. The map documents the intricate boundary lines where McLean, Muhlenberg, and Ohio Counties meet near the waters of Black Lake.