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1965 Map of Southwest Memphis

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Southwest Memphis
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The industrial and riverine character of Memphis is defined here by the massive curve of the Mississippi River and the engineered landscapes of Presidents Island No 45 and Treasure Island. This mid-century survey captures the city's southward expansion, where established residential areas like Longview Heights and Whitehaven meet a complex network of transportation infrastructure. The massive Johnston Yards and the convergence of the Illinois Central Gulf Railroad and Missouri Pacific lines highlight the region's role as a vital logistics hub.

Legacy landscapes are prominent, including the extensive grounds of Elmwood Cemetery and Forest Hill Cemetery. To the south, the transition from urban density to managed natural space is visible at Fuller State Park and Mississippi Park, while the Defense Depot Memphis anchors the eastern edge. The map also documents numerous local institutions, from St Andrews Ch to Whitehaven High Sch, which served these growing mid-century neighborhoods.