Old Maps of Wright, Alabama for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Wright with 14 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Wright has changed over the decades.


Wright, AL maps

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  1. 1924 Map of Gravelly Springs
    1924 Map of Gravelly Springs
    1924 Gravelly Springs
    1924 Print · USGS
    Lauderdale County at the edge of the Tennessee River reveals a vibrant rural society in the mid-twenties, centered on the river and the rail line. Researchers can trace the heritage of vanished landmarks like Lyle Academy, the Colbert Shoals Canal, and the Oakland School (Colored).
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1926 Map of Gravelly Springs
    1926 Map of Gravelly Springs
    1926 Gravelly Springs
    1926 Print · USGS
    Northwest Alabama is seen here in the mid-twenties, when the river and rail lines dictated the rhythm of Lauderdale and Colbert counties. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Lyle Academy, Youngs Store, and the Colbert Shoals Canal.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1935 Map of Wright
    1935 Map of Wright
    1935 Wright
    1935 Print · USGS
    Lauderdale County and the Tennessee River are shown here in the mid-1930s during the early development of the Tennessee Valley Authority. Genealogists can trace early landmarks such as Williams Chapel, Youngs Store, and the historic Nathez Trace.

  4. 1953 Map of Wright, 1958 Print
    1953 Map of Wright, 1958 Print
    1953 Wright
    1958 Print · USGS
    Lauderdale County's southern border met the waters of the Tennessee River in the early fifties, following the creation of Pickwick Lake. Genealogists can trace family landmarks through the numerous hollows and country churches like Oak Grove Ch and Murphy Chapel.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1956 Map of Gadsden, 1966 Print
    1956 Map of Gadsden, 1966 Print
    1956 Gadsden
    1966 Print · USGS
    North Alabama in the mid-1950s shows a region transformed by river engineering and federal industry. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of the Tennessee Valley through the growth of Huntsville, the sprawling Redstone Arsenal, and the expansive Guntersville Lake.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1958 Map of Gadsden
    1958 Map of Gadsden
    1958 Gadsden
    1958 Print · USGS
    North Alabama comes alive in the late 1950s as the Tennessee Valley Authority’s massive river projects and the rise of the space industry reshaped the landscape. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Huntsville, Redstone Arsenal, and the riverside rail networks of the Southern railroad.

  7. 1960 Map of Gadsden
    1960 Map of Gadsden
    1960 Gadsden
    1960 Print · USGS
    Northern Alabama in the mid-1950s is defined by the mighty Tennessee River and its massive reservoirs. Trace the development of Huntsville and Redstone Arsenal or explore the vast William B Bankhead National Forest.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1963 Map of Gadsden
    1963 Map of Gadsden
    1963 Gadsden
    1963 Print · USGS
    Northern Alabama underwent a dramatic mid-century transformation as the Tennessee Valley became a hub for defense and industry. Researchers can trace the development of the Redstone Arsenal, the route of the Natchez Trace Parkway, and long-standing rail lines like the Southern Railway.

  9. 1986 Map of Tuscumbia
    1986 Map of Tuscumbia
    1986 Tuscumbia
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Tennessee River valley in the mid-1980s shows a landscape transformed by massive reservoirs and industrial hubs. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of the Shoals area and locate rural communities like Tharp Town, Leighton, and Rogersville.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 2011 Map of Wright, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Wright, 2011 Print
    2011 Wright
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Wright, including Gravelly Springs, Murphy Cross Roads, and other nearby areas

  11. 2014 Map of Wright, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Wright, 2014 Print
    2014 Wright
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Wright, including Gravelly Springs, Murphy Cross Roads, and other nearby areas

  12. 2018 Map of Wright, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Wright, 2018 Print
    2018 Wright
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Wright, including Gravelly Springs, Murphy Cross Roads, and other nearby areas

  13. 2020 Map of Wright, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Wright, 2020 Print
    2020 Wright
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers Wright, including Gravelly Springs, Murphy Cross Roads, and other nearby areas

  14. 2024 Map of Wright, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Wright, 2024 Print
    2024 Wright
    2024 Print · USGS
    The Tennessee River shoreline in Lauderdale County comes into focus in the 2020s, showing the intersection of Pickwick Lake and the hill country. Genealogists can locate numerous burial sites like Gravelly Springs Cem and Wrights Cem.

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