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1957 Map of New Providence

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of New Providence
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Fort Campbell Military Reservation dominates the northern landscape of this Montgomery County survey, illustrating the significant military footprint in the region during the late 1950s. The map documents a critical moment in local geography as Lake Barkley is noted as being under construction along the Cumberland River, showing the valley before its transformation by the new reservoir. Residential development is evident in emerging neighborhoods like Bel-Air Estates and Park Lane, while the traditional rural character is preserved in the numerous country churches and schools that dot the hillsides.

Researchers will find a wealth of local landmarks, from Outlaw Airfield to the Tennessee Central Railroad corridor. The map captures established settlements such as New Providence and Ringgold alongside smaller community centers like Liberty and Sunnyview. Local education and faith are represented by landmarks such as Woodlawn Sch and Mount Pisgah Ch, providing a detailed record of the social infrastructure during this era of growth.