1957 Map of Saline City

About this map

Eel River winds through this Clay County landscape, defining the topography near settlements like Saline City and Old Hill. The mid-century map illustrates a rural economy shifting between traditional agriculture and heavy industry, evidenced by the extensive Strip Mine operations and the presence of the Monon and C M St P & P railroads. For genealogists, the map is a vital resource for locating rural landmarks like Zion-Gummere Cem and Stagg Cem, alongside community centers such as Zion Ch and Briley Chapel. The terrain is marked by notable drainage features like Conneley Ditch and Lafferty Ditch, which reflect the managed water systems of the Indiana bottomlands. The map also captures the distinct elevation of Sugar Ridge and the remote Hickory Island in the west.