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1959 Map of Winchester

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Winchester
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Winchester stands as the primary hub in this portion of Jefferson County, showing the town's established grid and road network as it appeared in the late 1950s. The surrounding rural landscape is defined by its agricultural character and a network of named watercourses including Crooked Creek, Fishpond Creek, and Honey Creek. Smaller community clusters and rail-side stops like Boyle and Dunavant illustrate the historical settlement patterns of the region, where local commerce was closely tied to transportation and the land.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the distribution of family and community landmarks. The map identifies several burial sites, such as Spring Grove Cem, Fairview Cem, and Plum Grove Cem, which serve as quiet markers of the area's early residents. Educational and industrial history is represented by the Grayson Sch and a localized Quarry, providing a tangible look at the civic and economic infrastructure during this era.