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1996 Map of Metropolis

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of Metropolis
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1998
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1998

About this map

The city of Metropolis anchors this riverfront landscape along the Ohio River, where Illinois meets Kentucky. The map illustrates a developed grid system including the Courthouse, Post Office, and educational sites like the High Sch and Washington School. Significant public lands dominate the eastern and northern reaches, specifically the Fort Massac State Park and portions of the Shawnee National Forest.

Genealogists will find a high density of rural cemeteries and churches, such as Odd Fellows Cem, Westerman Cem, and Upper Salem Ch, reflecting a deeply established local community. Infrastructure along the river is marked by the Lock and Dam No 52 and the Gaging Station, while transportation hubs include the Metropolis Municipal Airport and the complex Interchange 37 road network. Smaller settlements like Brookport and Midway are also documented, alongside natural features like Massac Creek and Round Knob.