E 50th and Prospect Historical Development Analysis

1950 KCMO Sanborn Map  E 50th and Prospect Ave
1950 KCMO Sanborn Map
E 50th and Prospect Ave
View of East side of Prospect Ave from 50th street.
View of East side of Prospect Ave from 50th street.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Eastern block of Prospect Ave from Swope Parkway to 50th Street is predominately covered by Highway 71 except for the corner of Prospect Ave and Swope Parkway where a Shell gas station exist, North of the 71 Hwy overpass. This link provides a visual for comparison between 1950 and present day. 2016 KCMO. Based on the 1917 and 1950 Sanborn Maps Swope parkway to E 50th Street had a full block of commercial buildings and homes till the construction of the highway. Now the space feels mostly empty, noisy from Hwy 71 traffic, with moderately maintained green space and a bus stop. Additional lighting could be provided under the overpass to give a sense of safety to pedestrians. The Western side of Prospect Ave could be developed into urban gardens, and sound barriers can be constructed along the highway to reduce noise.

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