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1986 Map of Paris

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Paris
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The Wabash River and Vermilion River systems dominate this mid-1980s midwestern landscape, carving through the borderlands of Illinois and Indiana. The heavy rail infrastructure of the Baltimore and Ohio RR and Conrail intersects with primary agricultural hubs like Paris, Georgetown, and Chrisman. Cultural and educational landmarks are visible throughout the rural townships, including Georgetown HS and the Bethel Ch and Bethel Cem.

Industry and recreation sit in close proximity here. The expansive Newport Army Ammunition Plant occupies a significant tract near the river, while natural preservation is highlighted at Turkey Run State Park and Shades State Park. Local transportation and commerce are further anchored by the Edgar County Airport and the presence of a Strip Mine and Oil Field, reflecting the region's diverse economic reliance on both natural resources and manufacturing during this era.