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1960 Map of Madison

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Madison
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

Lake Erie defines the northern edge of this Lake County coastal landscape, where the shoreline is punctuated by settlements like Madison-on-the-Lake and Driftwood. Moving inland, the topography is organized by three distinct glacial formations: North Ridge, Middle Ridge, and South Ridge. These ridges serve as the primary corridors for early settlement and transportation, hosting a dense network of community landmarks including the Madison Memorial High Sch and multiple burial grounds such as North Madison Cem and South Ridge Cem.

The southern portion of the area transitions toward the Grand River valley, marked by the presence of Interchange 212 and industrial activity at various sand and gravel pits. The influence of mid-century infrastructure is evident in the presence of the Norfolk And Western and Conrail railroad lines. Recreational and social spaces from the era are also prominent, from the Madison Country Club and Camp Wingfoot to the Drive-in Theater located near the eastern boundary.