1965 Map of New Albany

About this map

The Ohio River separates the industrial and residential corridors of New Albany and Clarksville from the sprawling urban grid of Louisville during this mid-century period. A notable concentration of Catholic institutions, such as Holy Trinity Sch and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Sch, reflects the cultural heritage of the Indiana shoreline. Navigation and industry define the riverfront, where the McAlpine Locks and McAlpine Dam manage the waters near the Falls of the Ohio. To the northwest, the terrain rises sharply into the knobs, where peaks like Moser Knob and Bald Knob overlook the developing valleys. The transportation network is anchored by the Monon Railroad and the Sherman Minton Bridge, illustrating the region's role as a vital interstate transit point.