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1954 Map of Rolla

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Rolla
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

The Ozark Mountains dominate this 1969 revision, showcasing a landscape defined by deep river valleys and significant mineral wealth. The eastern portion of the map highlights the intense industrial activity of the Old Lead Belt and the Iron Range, with labels for the Iron Mountain Mine, Pea Ridge Mine, and Pilot Knob Mine marking the region's geological importance. Mining towns like Bonne Terre, Flat River, and the more modern Viburnum are connected by a network of rails, including the Missouri Pacific RR and the St. Louis-San Francisco RR.

Conservation and recreation footprints are extensive, featuring the early reaches of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways along the Current River. High points such as Taum Sauk Mountain and Goggins Mountain rise above numerous state parks and national forest lands. The map also records localized history through sites like the Salem Memorial Cem and Catholic Cem near Rolla, providing a detailed look at the settlement patterns within Phelps and Dent Counties.