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Old Maps of Surprise, Arizona

Explore 47 old maps of Surprise, spanning from 1954 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Surprise, AZ maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Phoenix, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Phoenix, 1964 Print
    1954 Phoenix
    1964 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Arizona is captured here as the Phoenix metropolitan area begins its rapid expansion into the surrounding desert. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of agricultural hubs like Buckeye and Tolleson, or locate remote landmarks like the Vulture Mine and Nottbusch Cem.
    5 unique versions available
  4. 1957 Map of Phoenix
    1957 Map of Phoenix
    1957 Phoenix
    1957 Print · USGS
    Greater Phoenix and the central Arizona desert during the mid-fifties reveal a landscape of growing suburbs and active desert mines. Researchers can trace the legacy of local landmarks like Wickenburg Prison, the Vulture Mine, and the Tonopah Post Office.
  7. 1957 Map of White Tank Mts. NE, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of White Tank Mts. NE, 1958 Print
    1957 White Tank Mts. NE
    1958 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County during the mid-1950s shows a desert landscape shaped by military aviation and the rising White Tank Mountains. Researchers can trace the layout of Luke Air Force Auxiliary Field No 1 and the small settlement of Wagner.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1957 Map of Calderwood Butte, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Calderwood Butte, 1958 Print
    1957 Calderwood Butte
    1958 Print · USGS
    The northwest corner of the Salt River Valley appears in the late 1950s as desert ranching meets early suburban growth. Trace the origins of Surprise and Lizard Acres, or locate the Sunrise Relief Mine and various Indian ruins near Calderwood Butte.
    6 unique versions available
  13. 1957 Map of McMicken Dam, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of McMicken Dam, 1958 Print
    1957 McMicken Dam
    1958 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's desert landscape was being reshaped by infrastructure in the late fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe rail line past Beardsley, the Bard Ranch, and the early footprint of Luke Auxiliary Field No 2.
    4 unique versions available
  16. 1957 Map of El Mirage, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of El Mirage, 1958 Print
    1957 El Mirage
    1958 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's West Valley comes into focus in the mid-fifties as agriculture and military aviation shape the desert landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Surprise and El Mirage, or locate specific sites like the Heath Grave and the Dysart Sch.
    5 unique versions available
  19. 1957 Map of Waddell, 1958 Print
    1957 Map of Waddell, 1958 Print
    1957 Waddell
    1958 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's western desert fringe comes alive in the late fifties, showing a landscape defined by military flight paths and mountain flood control. Trace the rail-side growth of Waddell and Fennemore or locate the early footprint of Luke Air Force Base.
    4 unique versions available
  22. 1957 Map of White Tank Mts., 1959 Print
    1957 Map of White Tank Mts., 1959 Print
    1957 White Tank Mts.
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Sonoran Desert of Maricopa County is captured here in the late fifties, during a period of expanding military aviation and early telecommunications. Genealogists and desert historians can trace remote outposts like Dos Palmas Well and Luke Air Force Auxiliary Field No 1.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1958 Map of Phoenix
    1958 Map of Phoenix
    1958 Phoenix
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Phoenix Valley enters a period of postwar expansion, where desert irrigation meets massive military aviation footprints. Trace the development of Phoenix and Glendale alongside the legendary Vulture Mine and the auxiliary runways of Luke Air Force Base.
  28. 1960 Map of Phoenix
    1960 Map of Phoenix
    1960 Phoenix
    1960 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona in the mid-fifties reveals a landscape of rapid suburban growth alongside enduring desert mining and ranching. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-side settlements like Vicksburg Junction and Waddell, or locate the Vulture Mine and early sites like Agua Fria School.
  31. 1965 Map of Wittmann, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Wittmann, 1967 Print
    1965 Wittmann
    1967 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's desert landscape was defined by the rail corridor and desert washes in the mid-1960s. Researchers can locate the Nadaburg Sch in Wittmann or trace the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line past Morristown.
    4 unique versions available
  34. 1965 Map of Hieroglyphic Mts. SW, 1967 Print
    1965 Map of Hieroglyphic Mts. SW, 1967 Print
    1965 Hieroglyphic Mts. SW
    1967 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County's arid northern reaches are captured in the mid-sixties, showing a landscape defined by the Hieroglyphic Mts. and seasonal drainage. Genealogists and desert historians can trace the infrastructure of English Camp, the isolated tracks of Nada, and a lonely Grave south of Padelford Wash.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1969 Map of Phoenix, 1970 Print
    1969 Map of Phoenix, 1970 Print
    1969 Phoenix
    1970 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona is seen at a technological turning point in the late sixties, using Apollo 9 space photography to map the desert landscape. Researchers can trace the growth of Sun City, locate old workings at Vulture Mine, and follow the Gila River past Buckeye.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1971 Map of Phoenix
    1971 Map of Phoenix
    1971 Phoenix
    1971 Print · USGS
    Central Arizona at the start of the seventies shows a desert metropolis expanding toward the Sun Valley retirement boom. Trace the growth of Sun City and Glendale, or locate remote historic sites like the Vulture Gold Mine and Nottbusch Cemetery.
  43. 1971 Map of El Mirage
    1971 Map of El Mirage
    1971 El Mirage
    1971 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County underwent a dramatic transformation in the early seventies as planned retirement communities rose from the desert. Trace the early layouts of Sun City and Youngtown alongside the active flight lines of Luke Air Force Base.
  46. 1971 Map of Calderwood Butte, 1972 Print
    1971 Map of Calderwood Butte, 1972 Print
    1971 Calderwood Butte
    1972 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County underwent a dramatic transformation in the early seventies as desert land transitioned into planned communities. Trace the early boundaries of Surprise and Sun City alongside the natural course of the Agua Fria River.
  49. 1971 Map of McMicken Dam, 1972 Print
    1971 Map of McMicken Dam, 1972 Print
    1971 McMicken Dam
    1972 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County agriculture and desert water management are captured in this early 1970s aerial survey. Trace the intersection of the Beardsley Canal with the Mc Micken Dam and the emerging street grids near Beardsley.
  52. 1971 Map of Waddell, 1972 Print
    1971 Map of Waddell, 1972 Print
    1971 Waddell
    1972 Print · USGS
    Maricopa County agriculture and military operations are captured in the early seventies, showing a landscape defined by desert irrigation. Trace the growth of Waddell and Citrus Park alongside the runways of Luke Air Force Base.
  55. 1988 Map of Phoenix North, 1989 Print
    1988 Map of Phoenix North, 1989 Print
    1988 Phoenix North
    1989 Print · USGS
    North of Phoenix in the late eighties, the desert landscape transitions from the mining heritage of Wickenburg to the burgeoning suburbs of the valley. Trace the paths of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway or locate old operations like the Vulture Mine.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 2011 Map of El Mirage, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of El Mirage, 2011 Print
    2011 El Mirage
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Surprise, including Phoenix, Glendale, and other nearby areas
  61. 2011 Map of Wittmann, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Wittmann, 2011 Print
    2011 Wittmann
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Surprise, including Wittmann, Circle City, and other nearby areas
  64. 2011 Map of Waddell, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Waddell, 2011 Print
    2011 Waddell
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Surprise, including Glendale, Buckeye, and other nearby areas
  67. 2011 Map of Hieroglyphic Mountains SW, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Hieroglyphic Mountains SW, 2011 Print
    2011 Hieroglyphic Mountains SW
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Surprise, including Peoria, Maricopa County, and other nearby areas
  70. 2011 Map of White Tank Mountains NE, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of White Tank Mountains NE, 2011 Print
    2011 White Tank Mountains NE
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Surprise, including Buckeye, Maricopa County, and other nearby areas
  73. 2011 Map of McMicken Dam, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of McMicken Dam, 2011 Print
    2011 McMicken Dam
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Surprise, including Maricopa County, United States, and other nearby areas
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