1960s Maps of Decatur, Alabama

Explore 6 historic maps of Decatur from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Decatur's landscape evolved across the 1960s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1960s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Decatur's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.


Decatur, AL maps

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  1. 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

  2. 1962 Map of Trinity, 1975 Print
    1962 Map of Trinity, 1975 Print
    1962 Trinity
    1975 Print · USGS
    Morgan County settlement and the expansion of Decatur are captured in this mid-century survey as the suburbs met the rural hills. Genealogists can trace family names at Lile Cem, Fennell Cem, and Love Chapel along the Southern Railway.

  3. 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.

  4. 1963 Map of Trinity, 1965 Print
    1963 Map of Trinity, 1965 Print
    1963 Trinity
    1965 Print · USGS
    The western edge of Decatur meets the ridgelines of the Tennessee Valley in the early 1960s as suburban growth began to reach the base of Trinity Mountain. Trace your family history through rural landmarks like Dancy Chapel, West Morgan Sch, and the Wimbley Cem.

  5. 1963 Map of Tanner, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Tanner, 1966 Print
    1963 Tanner
    1966 Print · USGS
    Limestone County's agrarian landscape meets the Tennessee River in the early sixties, as the region balances traditional farming with new infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace family land at Anderson Plantation or locate rural landmarks like Solomons Temple Cem and Mooresville.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1963 Map of Decatur, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Decatur, 1966 Print
    1963 Decatur
    1966 Print · USGS
    Decatur is shown as a bustling river city in the early sixties, bounded by the Tennessee River and expanding rail corridors. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Mitchell Cemetery and Rountree Cemetery, or explore the early layouts of Austinville and Flint City.

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