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1957 Map of Maroa

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Maroa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

Clinton serves as a major rail hub in this mid-century survey, where the Illinois Central lines intersect at the heart of the county. The landscape is defined by the winding course of Salt Creek, which feeds into the recreational grounds of Weldon Springs Park southeast of the city. Further south, Maroa anchors the agricultural plains where the Pennsylvania railroad cuts across the prairie.

Genealogists will find a wealth of local landmarks, including several schools that were already noted as defunct by the late 1950s, such as Texas Sch and Central Sch. Rural life is marked by numerous country churches and cemeteries, from Prairie Center Ch in the north to Shiloh Ch near the southern border. The map also captures specialized local infrastructure like the Radio Tower (WHOW) and various pumping stations supporting the region's water and utility needs.