1951 Map of Miami

About this map

The Missouri River defines the landscape of this 1951 survey, where it divides Carroll and Saline Counties near the settlement of Miami. The map captures a complex hydrological network including Wakenda Chute and the engineered Van Meter Ditch, reflecting the ongoing management of the fertile river bottomlands. This area is characterized by a mix of flat alluvial plains to the north and dissected upland terrain to the south, where small communities and rural institutions once thrived. Local genealogy is anchored by landmarks such as Christian Cem, Township Sch, and several rural houses of worship including Harmony Ch and Shilo Ch. The presence of the Wabash railroad line along the northern bank underscores the importance of rail transport to the agricultural economy of the mid-20th century, connecting these riverside outposts to wider markets.