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1968 Map of Nashville West

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Nashville West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Nashville and its western suburbs appear here during a period of significant urban expansion, centered on the winding Cumberland River and Cheatham Lake. The map details a dense institutional landscape, featuring major educational centers such as Vanderbilt University, Fisk University, and Meharry Medical College. The administrative heart of the city is anchored by the State Capitol and the Courthouse, while the correctional facilities of the State Penitentiary and the State Prison for Women occupy prominent locations on the river's southern banks.

Transport and recreation define the outer neighborhoods, from the industrial zones near Bordeaux to the residential growth in Charlotte Park. The map also captures several historic grounds, including Fort Negley, the State Fairgrounds, and the City Cem. The presence of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad and the newly developed Briley Parkway illustrates the city's transition toward modern highway-centered transit while maintaining its historic rail connections.