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1952 Map of Milan

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Milan
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Rutherford Fork Obion River and North Fork Forked Deer River define the drainage of this West Tennessee landscape, where mid-century agricultural patterns meet the growing industrial footprint of Milan. The convergence of the Illinois Central and Seaboard rail lines established this area as a significant transportation junction, supporting small rural centers like Cades and Union Central.

Genealogical details are abundant across the quadrangle, from family-named landmarks like Hughes Loop and the Marlin Cem to community anchors such as Moores Chapel and the County Training Sch. The terrain is characterized by the Durley Hills and numerous small branches, while the 1980s updates highlight modern additions like the County Airport and the expansion of residential streets near Parkview Sch, illustrating the transition from a purely rail-dependent economy to a regional hub.