1958 Map of Paducah West

About this map

The Ohio River dominates the northern reaches of this McCracken County landscape, serving as the state boundary between Kentucky and Illinois. The city of Paducah centers the eastern portion of the map, showing significant urban expansion into Avondale Heights and Forest Hill. Infrastructure of the mid-century river economy is evident in the Irvin S Cobb Bridge and the Clark Memorial Bridge, while the Illinois Central and Paducah and Illinois railroads trace the industrial corridors. To the west and south, the terrain transitions into agricultural and residential pockets like West Paducah and Lone Oak. Local history is preserved in landmarks such as the Mount Kenton Cemetery and the Little Union Community Center, alongside several rural churches and schools including White Oak Ch and Concord Sch.