1960 Map of Shoals

About this map

Shoals serves as the focal point of this Indiana landscape, situated along a dramatic bend of the East Fork White River. The local geography is defined by sharp elevation changes, featuring landmarks like Cedar Bluff, Pinnacle Rock, and the Overlook south of the river. The Baltimore and Ohio RR follows the river corridor, supporting a network of small settlements and industries such as Ironton and the Ship Mine. To the north, the Crane Naval Ammunition Depot marks a significant military presence, while the southern reaches transition into the Hoosier National Forest. This survey captures the mid-century intersection of transportation, natural resources, and rural community life, documented through several local congregations including Friendship Ch and Poplar Grove Ch.