1954 Map of Metropolis
USGS Topo · Published 1955About this map
The Ohio River dominates this mid-1950s survey of the border between Illinois and Kentucky, capturing the vital river-and-rail infrastructure of the region. A critical waypoint for river navigation is shown at Lock and Dam No 52, situated along the northern bank where the Massac Creek empties into the main channel. The landscape is defined by the heavy transportation corridors that drove the local economy, specifically the Illinois Central Railroad which skirts the riverbank. This map serves as a record of the river's controlled state at the Normal Pool Elev 290, documenting the specific shoreline and navigational lights essential for mid-century commerce near the Massac and McCracken county line.
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