Old Maps of Coosa County, Alabama

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  1. 1890 Map of Bessemer
    1890 Map of Bessemer
    1890 Bessemer
    1890 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama emerges as an industrial powerhouse in the late nineteenth century as railroads weave through the ridges of Jefferson and Shelby counties. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Bessemer, the iron operations at Sloss, and remote landmarks like Woods Ferry.

  2. 1890 Map of Talladega
    1890 Map of Talladega
    1890 Talladega
    1890 Print · USGS
    Talladega and the surrounding river valleys are captured here in the late nineteenth century as the railroad and river economy flourished. Trace the locations of historic river crossings like Old Kymulga Ferry and local landmarks such as Odens Mill.

  3. 1891 Map of Clanton
    1891 Map of Clanton
    1891 Clanton
    1891 Print · USGS
    Chilton and Autauga counties are shown here in the 1890s, when the river-and-rail economy defined Central Alabama. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Clanton and rural landmarks like Big Spring Church, Adam's Ferry, and Ousley Store.
    5 unique versions available

  4. 1892 Map of Talladega
    1892 Map of Talladega
    1892 Talladega
    1892 Print · USGS
    Talladega County and the Coosa River valley are captured here in the late nineteenth century as the regional rail network expanded through the mountains. Researchers can locate old river crossings like Chancelors Ferry, rural landmarks such as Edwards Store, and early hubs like Childersburgh.
    6 unique versions available

  5. 1892 Map of Bessemer
    1892 Map of Bessemer
    1892 Bessemer
    1892 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama was at its industrial peak in the late nineteenth century as railroads and iron mines transformed the ridges south of Birmingham. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early foundations of Bessemer, the operations at Smith Mine, and rural crossings like Nunley's Ford.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1901 Map of Wetumpka
    1901 Map of Wetumpka
    1901 Wetumpka
    1901 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama at the dawn of the twentieth century was a landscape of river ferries and emerging rail lines. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named river crossings like Knights Ferry and Nobles Ferry or early community centers such as Nixburg and Eclectic.

  7. 1903 Map of Wetumpka
    1903 Map of Wetumpka
    1903 Wetumpka
    1903 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama at the turn of the century remains a landscape of river ferries and emerging rail lines along the Coosa River. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early locations of Sykes Mills, Liberty Church, and river crossings like Nobles Ferry.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1906 Map of Dadeville
    1906 Map of Dadeville
    1906 Dadeville
    1906 Print · USGS
    The Tallapoosa River valley is shown at the turn of the century, defined by its numerous river ferries and a burgeoning rail network. Genealogists can trace family roots through rural landmarks like Rocky Ridge Church, Mc Ritchie Mill, and the many river crossings including McCarty Ferry.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1909 Map of Columbiana, 1968 Print
    1909 Map of Columbiana, 1968 Print
    1909 Columbiana
    1968 Print · USGS
    Shelby County at the start of the twentieth century was a vital junction for the Southern and L&N railroads. Local researchers can locate family landmarks like Watson Ford, several rural schools including Summer Hill School, and early churches like Lyon Church.

  10. 1911 Map of Columbiana
    1911 Map of Columbiana
    1911 Columbiana
    1911 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama's industrial landscape is captured here just after the first decade of the century, showing a region deeply connected by rail and river. Genealogists can trace family names at Woods Ferry or locate old community hubs like Summer Hill School and Kingdom Church.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1915 Map of Gantts Quarry
    1915 Map of Gantts Quarry
    1915 Gantts Quarry
    1915 Print · USGS
    Talladega and Shelby counties appear here during the height of the early twentieth-century marble boom. Researchers can trace the rail-driven economy near Sylacauga and locate family landmarks like Oak Grove Church, Gantts Quarry, and Center Hill School.
    4 unique versions available

  12. 1917 Map of Gantts Quarry
    1917 Map of Gantts Quarry
    1917 Gantts Quarry
    1917 Print · USGS
    The marble-rich corridor between the Coosa River and Sylacauga is captured here during the height of the early twentieth-century quarrying boom. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river economy through landmarks like Gantts Quarry, Mc Gowan Ferry, and Eureka Quarry.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1944 Map of Goodwater, 1947 Print
    1944 Map of Goodwater, 1947 Print
    1944 Goodwater
    1947 Print · USGS
    The hill country of Coosa and Talladega counties is captured here just after the war, showing the railroad-industrial corridor from Sylacauga to Goodwater. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous rural sites like Trammells Sch, Haynes Chapel, and the remote Hollins Fire Tower.
    3 unique versions available

  14. 1947 Map of Goodwater
    1947 Map of Goodwater
    1947 Goodwater
    1947 Print · USGS
    Coosa and Talladega counties in the mid-1940s are shown as a network of rail-side towns and ridge-top lookouts. Genealogists and historians can locate rural landmarks like Hatchet Springs Sch, the Hollins Fire Tower, and the historic Wiregrass Road.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1953 Map of Montgomery, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Montgomery, 1964 Print
    1953 Montgomery
    1964 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama's river-and-rail corridor is mapped here in the mid-fifties, showing the vital connections between the capital and the Black Belt. Genealogists and historians can trace rail depots and crossroads from Marion Junction to Wetumpka, alongside landmarks like Craig AFB.
    4 unique versions available

  16. 1953 Map of Birmingham, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Birmingham, 1964 Print
    1953 Birmingham
    1964 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama at mid-century shows a landscape defined by industrial expansion and the iron-rich ridges surrounding Birmingham. Researchers can trace the extensive rail networks of the L & N RR or locate historic federal sites like the Anniston Ordnance Depot.
    4 unique versions available

  17. 1955 Map of Phenix City, 1964 Print
    1955 Map of Phenix City, 1964 Print
    1955 Phenix City
    1964 Print · USGS
    Post-war Alabama and Georgia meet along the Chattahoochee River as industry and military installations expand. Trace the rail lines of the Central of Georgia through towns like Opelika, Tuskegee, and Alexander City.
    3 unique versions available

  18. 1956 Map of Birmingham
    1956 Map of Birmingham
    1956 Birmingham
    1956 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama in the mid-fifties exhibits a landscape of growing cities and deep-rooted industrial corridors. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of suburban Mountain Brook or locate regional hubs like Sylacauga and Jasper.

  19. 1956 Map of Montgomery
    1956 Map of Montgomery
    1956 Montgomery
    1956 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama in the mid-1950s shows a landscape defined by its great river systems and a booming military aviation presence. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Southern Railway and locate tactical bases like Maxwell AFB and Craig AFB.

  20. 1957 Map of Phenix City
    1957 Map of Phenix City
    1957 Phenix City
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Alabama-Georgia borderlands are captured here in the mid-fifties, centered on the bustling river crossing at Phenix City and Columbus. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of the Fort Benning Military Reservation or locate smaller textile and railroad towns like Langdale and Camp Hill.

  21. 1957 Map of Birmingham
    1957 Map of Birmingham
    1957 Birmingham
    1957 Print · USGS
    North-Central Alabama in the mid-fifties is an industrial powerhouse centered on the steel valleys and sprawling iron ridges. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-linked growth of Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, or locate rural landmarks like Talladega College and the Anniston Ordnance Depot.

  22. 1957 Map of Montgomery
    1957 Map of Montgomery
    1957 Montgomery
    1957 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama in the mid-fifties is defined by the winding Alabama River and a strategic network of military bases and rail lines. Trace family roots in Montgomery and Selma, or locate landmarks like Craig AFB and the State Capitol before the interstate era.

  23. 1958 Map of Phenix City
    1958 Map of Phenix City
    1958 Phenix City
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Alabama-Georgia borderlands thrive during the late fifties, anchored by the river-driven industry of Columbus and Phenix City. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Fort Benning, Auburn, and the textile towns of Fairfax and Lanett.

  24. 1971 Map of Richville, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Richville, 1973 Print
    1971 Richville
    1973 Print · USGS
    Coosa County in the early seventies shows a landscape of rural crossroads and creek-fed valleys. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Murchison Cem and the small settlements of Richville and Welona.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 1971 Map of Mitchell Dam NW, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Mitchell Dam NW, 1973 Print
    1971 Mitchell Dam NW
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Coosa River shoreline and the rural border of Chilton County appear here in the early seventies. Genealogists and local historians can locate early settlements like Quinsey and Dollar, or trace family sites such as Duke Cem and McSwain.

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