Old Maps of Hoover, Alabama for Hiking & Exploration
Hike through history with 55 historic maps of Hoover. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.
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Hoover, AL maps
(55)- 1890 Map of Bessemer
1890 Bessemer1890 Print · USGSCentral 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. - 1892 Map of Bessemer
1892 Bessemer1892 Print · USGSCentral 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 - 1905 Map of Bessemer Iron District
1905 Bessemer Iron District1905 Print · USGSJefferson County was at the peak of its iron-mining boom at the turn of the century, centered on the dense rail networks of Bessemer. Genealogists and industrial historians can trace old residential pockets like Wylam and Brighton alongside the Spaulding Mine and numerous rural river crossings.3 unique versions available - 1906 Map of Vandiver, 1954 Print
1906 Vandiver1954 Print · USGSShelby and Jefferson counties appear as a network of high ridges and rural valley settlements at the turn of the century. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Hays Crossroads, Tinney Mill, and the Cave Spring School among the mountains. - 1907 Map of Bessemer Special
1907 Bessemer Special1907 Print · USGSJefferson County industrial development is at its peak in the first decade of the century, centered on the heavy rail networks of the Jones Valley. Genealogists and historians can trace early community centers like Hopewell Church and Canaan Church alongside mining sites at Redding and Ware.4 unique versions available - 1908 Map of Vandiver
1908 Vandiver1908 Print · USGSShelby and Jefferson Counties are shown here during a period of mountain-gap settlement and early industrial growth. Trace family roots at Cave Spring School, find old river crossings like De Shazo Mill Ford, and locate the Coosa Tunnel.3 unique versions available - 1953 Map of Birmingham, 1964 Print
1953 Birmingham1964 Print · USGSCentral 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 - 1956 Map of Birmingham
1956 Birmingham1956 Print · USGSCentral 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. - 1957 Map of Birmingham
1957 Birmingham1957 Print · USGSNorth-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. - 1959 Map of Bessemer, 1960 Print
1959 Bessemer1960 Print · USGSThe industrial heart of Jefferson County thrives at mid-century, defined by a dense intersection of heavy rail and emerging suburbs. Researchers can trace the footprints of Miles Memorial College and historic sites like Cedar Hill Cemetery or Brighton High Sch.5 unique versions available - 1959 Map of Greenwood, 1960 Print
1959 Greenwood1960 Print · USGSCentral Alabama's industrial and rural landscape is captured here in the late fifties, showing the interplay between mining operations and family settlements. Genealogists can trace local roots at Sadlers Cem or Lacey's Chapel, while collectors will find interest in the Bessemer Airport and the region's complex rail network.5 unique versions available - 1959 Map of Cahaba Heights, 1960 Print
1959 Cahaba Heights1960 Print · USGSShelby and Jefferson Counties come alive in this late-fifties survey of the ridges and valleys south of Birmingham. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Wooten Chapel Cem and Harris Cem alongside the expanding community of Cahaba Heights.5 unique versions available - 1959 Map of Vandiver, 1960 Print
1959 Vandiver1960 Print · USGSThe ridges of Shelby County are captured here in the late fifties, showing a rural landscape defined by mountain gaps and rail lines. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Brasher Cem, Union Hill Ch, and the settlement of Vandiver.5 unique versions available - 1959 Map of Birmingham South, 1960 Print
1959 Birmingham South1960 Print · USGSThe Birmingham suburbs and the Shades Mountain ridgeline are captured here in the late fifties as residential growth transformed the valley. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Howard College, the historic Elmwood Cemetery, and local landmarks like St Josephs Retreat.6 unique versions available - 1959 Map of Helena, 1960 Print
1959 Helena1960 Print · USGSShelby County's ridge-and-valley landscape in the late fifties shows a region balanced between railroad industry and new growth. Genealogists and researchers can trace old family sites at Cumberland Cem, the location of Piney Grove Ch, and the grounds of Indian Springs Sch.7 unique versions available - 1975 Map of Cahaba Heights, 1977 Print
1975 Cahaba Heights1977 Print · USGSThe suburbs of Shelby County are frozen in the mid-seventies, showing the transition from wooded ridges to residential neighborhoods. Researchers can trace the early footprints of Mountain Brook and the growing streets of Cahaba Heights as they looked decades ago. - 1975 Map of Helena, 1977 Print
1975 Helena1977 Print · USGSShelby County emerges in the mid-seventies in this aerial survey, showing the landscape just as suburban growth began to take hold. Researchers can trace the original footprint of Helena and follow the winding course of the Cahaba River. - 1975 Map of Birmingham South, 1977 Print
1975 Birmingham South1977 Print · USGSThe suburban landscape south of Birmingham is captured in detail during the mid-seventies, showing the region's mid-century growth. Researchers can trace the development of residential neighborhoods and road networks through Homewood and Mountain Brook. - 1975 Map of Greenwood, 1977 Print
1975 Greenwood1977 Print · USGSJefferson County residential and industrial clearings are captured during the mid-seventies in this detailed aerial orthophoto. Researchers can trace the development of Greenwood and Parkwood or follow the winding path of the Cahaba River. - 1975 Map of Vandiver, 1977 Print
1975 Vandiver1977 Print · USGSShelby County land patterns and ridge-top forests are revealed in this 1970s aerial study. Local historians and genealogists can trace property boundaries and rural roads around Vandiver and the waters of Wehapa Lake. - 1975 Map of Bessemer, 1977 Print
1975 Bessemer1977 Print · USGSBessemer and the Birmingham industrial corridor are shown in sharp detail during the mid-seventies in this rectified aerial survey. Local historians can trace the physical footprints of Bessemer, Hueytown, and Pleasant Grove as they appeared decades ago. - 1984 Map of Birmingham South, 1985 Print
1984 Birmingham South1985 Print · USGSThe Birmingham metropolitan region and the Coosa River valley are shown here in the mid-eighties as suburban growth expanded south into the ridges. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of communities from Bessemer to Sylacauga alongside the Lay Lake shoreline and the Talladega National Forest.2 unique versions available - 1997 Map of Helena, 2001 Print
1997 Helena2001 Print · USGSThe Shelby County hills in the late nineties show a landscape of rapid growth along the Cababa River corridor. Researchers can trace the development of Helena and Pelham alongside local landmarks like Mars Hill Ch and the Scottrock Quarry. - 1997 Map of Birmingham South, 2001 Print
1997 Birmingham South2001 Print · USGSBirmingham's southern suburbs were expanding rapidly toward the Cahaba River during the late nineties. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy landmarks like Elmwood Cemetery, the Spaulding Mine, and old neighborhood schools like Hemphill Sch. - 1998 Map of Cahaba Heights, 2001 Print
1998 Cahaba Heights2001 Print · USGSGreater Birmingham saw significant suburban growth into the ridges of Shelby County during the late twentieth century. Researchers can trace local lineage and land use through landmarks like Wooten Chapel Cem, the Strip Mine at Acton, and Lake Purdy.
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