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1965 Map of Vincennes

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Vincennes
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 primary artery for this region, defining the state boundary and the civic layout of Vincennes. This survey documents a significant cultural and educational hub, centered around Vincennes University and several religious institutions such as St John Cath Ch and St Rose Academy. The town's historical importance is anchored by the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and the Indian Territory State Memorial, marking its legacy as a frontier capital.

Beyond the urban core, the landscape transitions into a network of drainage infrastructure like Allison Ditch and the protective Levee system. Industrial activity is evident in the numerous Gravel Pits and Oil Wells scattered across the floodplains. Transportation remains central to the area's development, with the Conrail and CSX Transportation lines intersecting the grid, while the Lawrenceville-Vincennes International Airport occupies the northwestern corner.