Old Maps of Etowah County, Alabama for Metal Detecting

1. 1885 Map of Gadsden

   

   1885 Gadsden

   1885 Print · USGS

   Northeast Alabama in the mid-1880s was a landscape of river-side landings and emerging rail towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the early foundations of Guntersville and Gadsden while locating rural landmarks like Hillian Store, Cottonville, and Law Landing.

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4. 1888 Map of Gadsden

   

   1888 Gadsden

   1888 Print · USGS

   North Alabama's river valleys and plateau lands are captured here in the late nineteenth century as the region transitioned from river landings to rail transport. Researchers can locate early post offices and commerce centers like Hillian's Store, Guntersville, and the ferry at Ft Deposit.

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7. 1889 Map of Springville

   

   1889 Springville

   1889 Print · USGS

   St. Clair County and its neighbors are mapped here during the late Victorian era as railroads began to transform the old plantation and river economy. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Henry's Mill, trace the path of Jackson's Trace, or find the location of old river crossings at Colman's Ferry.

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10. 1892 Map of Springville

    

    1892 Springville

    1892 Print · USGS

    Northeast Alabama at the end of the nineteenth century is a landscape of river crossings and expanding rail lines. Genealogists can trace family footprints at St. Clair Springs, Greensport, and numerous river crossings like Colman's Ferry or Goodwin's Mill.

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13. 1892 Map of Gadsden

    

    1892 Gadsden

    1892 Print · USGS

    North Alabama's river-and-rail economy is captured here in the late nineteenth century as Guntersville and Gadsden emerge as regional hubs. Genealogists and historians can trace the routes of the Birmingham Mineral R. R. or locate old community centers like Cottonville and Mt Zion.

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16. 1893 Map of Fort Payne

    

    1893 Fort Payne

    1893 Print · USGS

    Northeast Alabama is shown here in the late nineteenth century as the rail network transformed the valley floor. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named crossroads like Hoge's X Roads and vital river crossings including Coker Ferry and Sewell Ferry.

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19. 1895 Map of Gadsden

    

    1895 Gadsden

    1895 Print · USGS

    Northeast Alabama at the close of the century was a landscape of river landings and mountain gaps where the Tennessee River met growing rail hubs. Genealogists can trace family holdings near Hillian Store, Cottonville, and the remote heights of Lookout Mountain.

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22. 1898 Map of Fort Payne, 1964 Print

    

    1898 Fort Payne

    1964 Print · USGS

    DeKalb and Cherokee counties in the late 1890s are defined by the steep ridges of Lookout Mountain and a bustling network of river ferries. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous river crossings like Hardwick Ferry and early industrial sites such as Sloan Mill or Abernathy Mill.

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25. 1900 Map of Fort Payne

    

    1900 Fort Payne

    1900 Print · USGS

    Northeast Alabama is defined by its deep ridges and river valleys in the late nineteenth century. Researchers can trace the era's ferry network across the Coosa River and find old family-run landmarks like Wagners Store and Santy Mills.

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28. 1900 Map of Anniston

    

    1900 Anniston

    1900 Print · USGS

    Northeast Alabama thrived as a railroad and industrial crossroads at the turn of the century. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks and early transport hubs from the Coosa River to Anniston, including Salt Creek Church and Fowler Ferry.

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31. 1903 Map of Gadsden

    

    1903 Gadsden

    1903 Print · USGS

    Northern Alabama in the late nineteenth century centers on the busy Tennessee River corridor and its surrounding ridges. Trace old family sites and transport hubs like Hillian Store, Lovelace Landing, and the Mt Zion church.

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34. 1936 Map of Mountainboro

    

    1936 Mountainboro

    1936 Print · USGS

    The Marshall and Etowah County borderlands are captured here in the mid-1930s, defined by the crossing of the Old Cherokee Boundary. You can trace the rural infrastructure of the day, from the Bethsaida Sch to the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis railroad.

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37. 1936 Map of Rodentown

    

    1936 Rodentown

    1936 Print · USGS

    Northeast Alabama hill country is captured here during the mid-thirties, showing the rural communities of Sand Mountain. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Whitesboro, Smith Chapel, and Duck Springs Sch.

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40. 1936 Map of Roden Gap

    

    1936 Roden Gap

    1936 Print · USGS

    The upland terrain along the DeKalb and Etowah county line is captured in the mid-1930s as the Tennessee Valley Authority began its systematic mapping. Researchers can trace rural landmarks like Wallace, Marcus Sch, and the natural pass at Roden Gap.

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43. 1936 Map of High Point

    

    1936 High Point

    1936 Print · USGS

    Marshall County's upland plateau is captured in the mid-1930s during a period of significant Tennessee Valley Authority activity. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Hyatt, High Point, and the Rock Spring Ch along the heights of Sand Mountain.

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46. 1947 Map of Dunaway Mountain, 1953 Print

    

    1947 Dunaway Mountain

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Etowah County countryside near Gadsden is captured here just after World War II, showing a landscape transitioning from military use to civil expansion. Researchers can trace the grounds of Camp Sibert (Abandoned) or locate local landmarks like Listers Ferry (Abandoned) and Old Harmony Ch.

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49. 1947 Map of Colvin Gap, 1953 Print

    

    1947 Colvin Gap

    1953 Print · USGS

    The rural border of Etowah and Calhoun Counties comes into sharp focus in the late 1940s, showing a landscape shaped by the ridges of Colvin Mountain. Researchers can trace old family sites and community centers like Pattersons Chapel, Websters Sch, and Landers Cem.

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52. 1947 Map of Glencoe, 1953 Print

    

    1947 Glencoe

    1953 Print · USGS

    Gadsden and the Coosa River valley are seen here in the post-war era, showing a mix of industrial mobilization and rural life. Researchers can find military installations like the Specialized Depot 889th AF and historic churches including Antioch Ch and Oak Grove Ch.

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55. 1947 Map of Wellington, 1953 Print

    

    1947 Wellington

    1953 Print · USGS

    Northeast Alabama in the late 1940s reveals a landscape of ridge-top lookouts and busy rail junctions. Genealogists can trace family roots at Crooks Cem, locate Union Ch, or follow the tracks through Wellington and Alexandria.

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58. 1947 Map of Jacksonville, 1953 Print

    

    1947 Jacksonville

    1953 Print · USGS

    Postwar Etowah and Calhoun counties show a unique mix of expanding industrial centers and deeply rooted rural communities. Local historians can trace early school sites like Webster Sch and long-standing spiritual hubs such as Tredegar Chapel or Friendship Ch.

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61. 1947 Map of Steele, 1953 Print

    

    1947 Steele

    1953 Print · USGS

    Northern St. Clair County appears here in the immediate post-war years as military installations give way to rural life. Researchers can trace the boundaries of Camp Sibert, find old family church sites like Deerman Chapel, and follow the Southern rail line through Steele.

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64. 1947 Map of Steele, 1953 Print

    

    1947 Steele

    1953 Print · USGS

    Mid-century Alabama life centered on the river and rail corridors between Gadsden and Ashville. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Morgans Crossroad, Old Harmony Ch Cem, and the decommissioned Camp Sibert.

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67. 1949 Map of Ohatchee, 1953 Print

    

    1949 Ohatchee

    1953 Print · USGS

    The Coosa River valley in the late 1940s shows a landscape of steep ridges and tight-knit river settlements along the Calhoun and St. Clair county lines. Local historians can trace the paths of the Seaboard Air Line and find sites like Francis Ferry, Greensport, and Ten Island Ch.

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70. 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.

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73. 1953 Map of Atlanta, 1965 Print

    

    1953 Atlanta

    1965 Print · USGS

    The growing Atlanta metro and the industrial corridors of Eastern Alabama are captured here during the mid-century transition. Researchers can trace the rail-to-road shift through hubs like Anniston and La Grange or locate sites within Fort McClellan.

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