1962 Map of Madison

About this map

Madison and neighboring Danville serve as the focal points of this mid-century survey, situated at the confluence of the Little Coal River and its major forks. The landscape is defined by the heavy presence of the natural gas industry, with extensive Gas Fields and Pipelines crisscrossing the ridges between Workman Knob and Price Hill. Transport and commerce follow the narrow valley floors, dominated by the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad which services settlements like Uneeda, Quinland, and South Madison. Genealogists will find a dense concentration of family landmarks, including the Ballard Cem, Miller Cem, and Vandelinde Cem. The era's local culture is visible in features like the Drive-in Theater near Rock Creek and the Athletic Field and Golf Course near the river bends, reflecting a period of established industrial and community growth in Boone County.