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1959 Map of Mays

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Mays
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

The Flat Rock River and its numerous tributaries, including Shankatank Creek and Turkey Creek, define this rural section of Rush County during the mid-to-late 20th century. The landscape is characterized by a high density of Gas Wells, indicating the region's significant role in natural resource extraction alongside its agricultural base. Smaller settlements such as Occident, Sexton, and the northern community of Mays serve as local hubs, with Mays High Sch and Center Ch providing social foundations for the surrounding townships.

Evidence of historical transit and infrastructure is found in the Old Railroad Grade and a notable Covered Bridge crossing the river near the southern edge. This 1959 survey, updated through 1988, documents the transition of local townships like Center and Jackson, while preserving the locations of rural landmarks like Concord Cem and Blue River Ch that are essential for genealogical research in this part of Indiana.