Old Maps of Jefferson, Alabama for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with these historic maps of Jefferson. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Jefferson, AL maps

  1. 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

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 1970 Map of Jefferson, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Jefferson, 1973 Print
    1970 Jefferson
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Tombigbee River valley in Marengo County comes into focus during the early seventies, detailing the rural communities of Jefferson and Moscow. Researchers can trace old rail lines like the Southern and find landmarks such as Essex Sch and Salt Well.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1986 Map of Selma
    1986 Map of Selma
    1986 Selma
    1986 Print · USGS
    Central Alabama's river and rail networks are preserved here in the mid-eighties, showing the transition from river travel to modern infrastructure. Researchers can trace the layout of Selma, the historic capital at Cahaba, and the Millers Ferry Lock and Dam.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 2011 Map of Jefferson, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Jefferson, 2011 Print
    2011 Jefferson
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Jefferson, including Demopolis, Salt Well, and other nearby areas

  7. 2014 Map of Jefferson, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Jefferson, 2014 Print
    2014 Jefferson
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Jefferson, including Demopolis, Salt Well, and other nearby areas

  8. 2018 Map of Jefferson, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Jefferson, 2018 Print
    2018 Jefferson
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Jefferson, including Demopolis, Salt Well, and other nearby areas

  9. 2020 Map of Jefferson, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Jefferson, 2020 Print
    2020 Jefferson
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers Jefferson, including Demopolis, Salt Well, and other nearby areas

  10. 2024 Map of Jefferson, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Jefferson, 2024 Print
    2024 Jefferson
    2024 Print · USGS
    Marengo County and the Tombigbee River bottomlands are shown here in the modern era. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites at Millers Chapel Cem and small settlements like Jefferson and Moscow.

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