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1950s Maps of St. Clair County, Alabama

Explore 13 historic maps of St. Clair County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 St. Clair County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring St. Clair County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

St. Clair County, AL maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Vincent, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Vincent, 1952 Print
    1951 Vincent
    1952 Print · USGS
    Shelby County at the start of the 1950s remains a landscape of rail-side towns and ridge-country churches. Local historians can trace the paths of the Central of Georgia railroad through Sterrett or locate landmarks like Duncan Chapel and the Elliott Cem.
    6 unique versions available
  4. 1951 Map of Laniers, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Laniers, 1952 Print
    1951 Laniers
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Coosa River valley in the early fifties shows a landscape of river islands and rural Alabama settlements connected by the Atlantic Coast Line railroad. Genealogists can locate family landmarks such as Evening Star Ch Cem, Briarfield Sch, and the community of Laniers.
    5 unique versions available
  7. 1953 Map of Birmingham, 1964 Print
    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.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1956 Map of Birmingham
    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.
  13. 1957 Map of Birmingham
    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.
  16. 1958 Map of Pell City, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Pell City, 1960 Print
    1958 Pell City
    1960 Print · USGS
    Mid-century St. Clair County is shown here during a period of industrial growth centered around Pell City. Genealogists and researchers can trace family locations through named sites like Easonville, Old Florence Cemetery, and Greenfield School.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1958 Map of Ashville, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Ashville, 1960 Print
    1958 Ashville
    1960 Print · USGS
    St. Clair County settlements and ridges are captured here in the late fifties, showcasing the area's transition toward mid-century lakeside living. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Alverson Ch, Moore Cem, and the old rail stop at Whitney.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1958 Map of Wattsville, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Wattsville, 1960 Print
    1958 Wattsville
    1960 Print · USGS
    St. Clair County in the late fifties shows a landscape shaped by coal and creek-bottom agriculture. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of the community at Coal City, the homes near Wattsville, and the waters of Beaver Creek.
    4 unique versions available
  25. 1958 Map of Springville, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Springville, 1960 Print
    1958 Springville
    1960 Print · USGS
    The valleys between BLOUNT MOUNTAIN and JONES MOUNTAIN are captured here in the late fifties as new highways began to reshape the landscape. Researchers can trace family roots through sites like Saint Clair Springs, Springville, and several rural landmarks like Holly Springs Ch.
    4 unique versions available
  28. 1958 Map of Odenville, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Odenville, 1960 Print
    1958 Odenville
    1960 Print · USGS
    St. Clair County's central ridges and valleys are shown in the late fifties, during a period of active mining and rail transport. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Turnbough Town, Macedonia Ch, and the Seaboard Air Line Railroad corridor.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1958 Map of Hyatt Gap, 1960 Print
    1958 Map of Hyatt Gap, 1960 Print
    1958 Hyatt Gap
    1960 Print · USGS
    Mid-century St. Clair and Blount counties are depicted here during a period of coal mining and valley farming. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through sites like Whitney Junction, Salem Ch Cem, and the Chandler Mountain Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  34. 1959 Map of Leeds, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Leeds, 1960 Print
    1959 Leeds
    1960 Print · USGS
    The industrial corridor of the Cahaba Valley comes to life in the late fifties as rail lines and mines converge. Local researchers can trace the locations of Moton High Sch, Leeds Mineral Well, and early neighborhoods like Henry Ellen or Trussville.
    4 unique versions available
  37. 1959 Map of Argo, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Argo, 1960 Print
    1959 Argo
    1960 Print · USGS
    Crossing from Jefferson into St. Clair County in the late fifties, this area shows a landscape defined by the Southern Railway and the ridges of the Appalachians. Family historians can locate several rural landmarks including Argo Cem, McCluney Cave, and the early layout of Trussville.
    5 unique versions available
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