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1986 Map of Terre Haute

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Terre Haute
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

The Wabash River serves as the central artery for this mid-1980s landscape, winding through a border region defined by coal extraction and heavy rail transport. Industrial activity is prominent, specifically visible in the extensive Strip Mine operations scattered throughout the eastern half of the map near Linton and Jasonville. The region is a dense network of major transit corridors, including the Seaboard System RR and Illinois Central Gulf RR, which support the movement of resources from the mines to urban hubs like Terre Haute.

Beyond the industrial zones, significant land has been preserved for recreation and conservation, notably at Shakamak State Park and the Minnehaha State Fish and Wildlife Area. The map also captures specialized installations such as the Indiana Air National Guard base and the massive Turtle Creek Reservoir. These features, alongside smaller settlements like Sullivan and Marshall, illustrate the balance of mid-century industrial utility and growing environmental management.