Old Maps of Alabaster, Alabama for Hiking & Exploration

1. 1890 Map of Bessemer

   

   1890 Bessemer

   1890 Print · USGS

   Central 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.

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4. 1892 Map of Bessemer

   

   1892 Bessemer

   1892 Print · USGS

   Central 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.

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7. 1905 Map of Bessemer Iron District

   

   1905 Bessemer Iron District

   1905 Print · USGS

   Jefferson 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.

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10. 1907 Map of Bessemer Special

    

    1907 Bessemer Special

    1907 Print · USGS

    Jefferson 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.

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13. 1909 Map of Columbiana, 1968 Print

    

    1909 Columbiana

    1968 Print · USGS

    Shelby County at the start of the twentieth century was a vital junction for the Southern and L&N railroads. Local researchers can locate family landmarks like Watson Ford, several rural schools including Summer Hill School, and early churches like Lyon Church.

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16. 1910 Map of Montevallo

    

    1910 Montevallo

    1910 Print · USGS

    Central Alabama’s coal and iron corridor is captured here at a peak of industrial expansion. Researchers can trace the heritage of vanished mining camps and family landmarks from Boothon to the Bibb Furnace (RUINS) and Sessions Chapel.

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19. 1911 Map of Columbiana

    

    1911 Columbiana

    1911 Print · USGS

    Central Alabama's industrial landscape is captured here just after the first decade of the century, showing a region deeply connected by rail and river. Genealogists can trace family names at Woods Ferry or locate old community hubs like Summer Hill School and Kingdom Church.

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22. 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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25. 1956 Map of Birmingham

    

    1956 Birmingham

    1956 Print · USGS

    Central 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.

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28. 1957 Map of Birmingham

    

    1957 Birmingham

    1957 Print · USGS

    North-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.

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31. 1959 Map of Helena, 1960 Print

    

    1959 Helena

    1960 Print · USGS

    Shelby 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.

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34. 1975 Map of Helena, 1977 Print

    

    1975 Helena

    1977 Print · USGS

    Shelby 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.

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37. 1975 Map of Montevallo NW, 1977 Print

    

    1975 Montevallo NW

    1977 Print · USGS

    Shelby County emerges in clear aerial detail during the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of heavy industry and the winding Cahaba River. Genealogists and historians can trace old road alignments and early surface mining footprints near the river's edge.

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40. 1975 Map of Montevallo NE, 1977 Print

    

    1975 Montevallo NE

    1977 Print · USGS

    Shelby County enters a period of industrial and residential transition during the mid-seventies. Trace the development of Alabaster and the rural crossroads of Saginaw and Dogwood through detailed aerial imagery.

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43. 1975 Map of Columbiana NW, 1977 Print

    

    1975 Columbiana NW

    1977 Print · USGS

    Covers Alabaster, including Calera, Chelsea, and other nearby areas

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46. 1979 Map of Pea Ridge, 1980 Print

    

    1979 Pea Ridge

    1980 Print · USGS

    The Cahaba River valley in the late seventies is captured here at a peak of industrial activity. Genealogists can trace family footprints through settlements like Sawmill Town and Boothton, or locate rural landmarks such as Antioch Ch and the Boothton Cem.

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49. 1980 Map of Alabaster

    

    1980 Alabaster

    1980 Print · USGS

    Shelby County at the start of the 1980s reveals a landscape of limestone mining and growing rural settlements along the rail lines. Researchers can trace family sites like Benton Cem, small communities at Elliotsville, and the Flying X Ranch Landing Strip.

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52. 1980 Map of Bounds Lake

    

    1980 Bounds Lake

    1980 Print · USGS

    Shelby County in the late 1970s shows a landscape of ridge-top lookouts and historic valley settlements. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Old Soldiers Cem, the Pilgrim Rest Ch, and the rural community of Mount Era.

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55. 1984 Map of Birmingham South, 1985 Print

    

    1984 Birmingham South

    1985 Print · USGS

    The 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.

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58. 1997 Map of Helena, 2001 Print

    

    1997 Helena

    2001 Print · USGS

    The 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.

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61. 2011 Map of Bounds Lake, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Bounds Lake

    2011 Print · USGS

    Covers Alabaster, including Calera, Chelsea, and other nearby areas

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64. 2011 Map of Alabaster, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Alabaster

    2011 Print · USGS

    Covers Alabaster, including Pelham, Helena, and other nearby areas

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67. 2011 Map of Pea Ridge, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Pea Ridge

    2011 Print · USGS

    Covers Alabaster, including Helena, Pea Ridge, and other nearby areas

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70. 2011 Map of Helena, 2011 Print

    

    2011 Helena

    2011 Print · USGS

    Covers Alabaster, including Hoover, Bessemer, and other nearby areas

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73. 2014 Map of Pea Ridge, 2014 Print

    

    2014 Pea Ridge

    2014 Print · USGS

    Covers Alabaster, including Helena, Pea Ridge, and other nearby areas

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