1947 Map of Shelbyville

About this map

The Duck River winds through the heart of Bedford County, defining the landscape around the regional hub of Shelbyville. In the late 1940s, the river served as a vital industrial artery, supporting Shelbyville Mills and a series of river-dependent landmarks like Sims Bridge and Shofner Bridge. The topography is marked by distinctive elevations such as Troup Hill and Wiggins Hill, with the river creating unique landforms like Coney Island and Green Island as it loops through the valley.