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1954 Map of Rolla

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Rolla
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The Ozark Plateau and the ancient granite peaks of the St Francois Mountains dominate this mid-century view of southeastern Missouri. The landscape is defined by its deep timberlands, protected within the sprawling Mark Twain National Forest and Clark National Forest. Settlement patterns follow the rugged topography, with regional hubs like Rolla, Farmington, and Salem serving as anchors for the mining and timber economies. The map highlights the high point of the state at Taum Sauk Mountain and preserves the intricate path of the Current River through the Ozark National Scenic Riverways.

Transportation networks, including the St Louis-San Francisco Ry and Missouri Pacific RR, illustrate the movement of resources like lead and iron from the southeastern hills. Local history is anchored by sites such as the Salem Memorial Cem and Masonic Cem, while the inclusion of landmarks like Johnson's Shut-ins State Park and Sam A Baker State Park reflects the mid-century growth of regional recreation.