1963 Map of Prattsville

About this map

The Saline River winds in deep loops through the center of this map, creating a complex drainage network where Francois Creek and Huskey Creek converge from the west. The mid-1960s landscape shows a community defined by its watercourses and small rural nodes, with Prattsville serving as the central hub. To the north, the small settlement of Buie sits near Sweet Home Ch, while the southern portion of the map identifies the Philadelphia church and community. This era reflects a transition where the old rural infrastructure, represented by the Cooper Sch and numerous Gravel Pit sites, remains visible alongside the modern path of Highway 270. The southwestern corner is clipped by the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad, highlighting the area's historical connection to regional transport lines.