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1958 Map of Mineral Point

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Mineral Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Extensive industrial tailings and mining sites characterize this 1950s landscape in Union and Breton townships. The Missouri Pacific railroad serves as the primary artery for the region, connecting the settlements of Cadet and Mineral Point. The map reveals a dense concentration of mines and several tailings ponds, reflecting the area's deep ties to lead and barite extraction.

Beyond the industrial zones, rural life is marked by numerous family cemeteries and small country churches, including the Accuilla Cole Cem, White Cem, and the Pleasant Valley Chapel. Notable landmarks like the Potosi Lookout Tower and a Landing Field west of the rail line indicate the era's infrastructure. Natural drainage is provided by Mill Creek and Fountain Creek, which flow through the rolling terrain toward the Big River along the eastern boundary. This survey captures a moment when traditional farming at places like Fountain Farm coexisted with heavy industrial operations.