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1960 Map of Vineland

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Vineland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The Missouri Pacific railroad cuts a vital corridor through the hills of Jefferson and St. Francois counties, linking small railroad stops like Vineland and Blackwell. This mid-century landscape is defined by its water and industrial features, from the Fish Hatchery and Quarry in the central hills to the southern reaches of the Big River. The map captures a moment when local aviation was established at Cole Landing Field near the banks of Cole Lake.

Genealogists and local historians will find a high density of rural landmarks, including the Mt Olive Ch, the Sunrise Sch, and several family-named burial grounds such as Moontown Cem and Buster Cem. The topography reveals the transition between upland plateaus and the deep drainages of Joachim Creek and Tiff Creek, providing a detailed look at the settlement patterns that emerged around these natural resources before further modern development.