1948 Map of Wood River
USGS Topo · Published 1955About this map
Industrial expansion and river engineering dominate this mid-century landscape along the Mississippi River in Madison County. Extensive Oil Refinery complexes sit between Wood River, Roxana, and Hartford, marking the area's role in the regional energy economy. The massive Chain of Rocks Canal and the Cahokia Diversion Channel demonstrate the significant hydrological modifications made to manage the river's flow and support navigation.
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Editions of this 1948 Wood River Map
This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.
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