1975 Map of Madison
USGS Topo · Published 1982About this map
The Marshall Space Flight Center (NASA) and the sprawling grounds of the Redstone Arsenal dominate this 1970s landscape, reflecting the era's intensive aerospace and military activity in Northern Alabama. The transition from rural homesteads to a high-tech hub is evident, with the University of Alabama Huntsville campus expanding near Sherwood Park while traditional family landmarks like Jamar Cem and Royal Cem remain embedded in the terrain. The Southern Railway corridor serves as a primary transit spine, connecting the established center of Madison with the growing residential developments of Skyline Acres and Rainbow Mtn Heights. Along the southern margin, the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge preserves the natural shoreline of Wheeler Lake, providing a stark contrast to the industrial and academic complexes that define the region's mid-century growth.
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Editions of this 1975 Madison Map
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Historical Maps of Huntsville Through Time
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