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1900s (20th Century) Maps of Independence County, Arkansas

Explore 43 historic maps of Independence County from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — 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 Independence County's landscape evolved across the 1900s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Independence County's history through authentic maps from the 1900s. This is your window into the past.

Independence County, AR maps

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  1. 1932 Map of Strawberry
    1932 Map of Strawberry
    1932 Strawberry
    1932 Print · USGS
    The river bottoms of Northeast Arkansas are captured in the early 1930s, showing the intersection of the Strawberry River and Black River. Researchers can locate historic landmarks like the Pruitts Mill Site, Buck Cem, and local schools including Cord Sch.
  4. 1935 Map of Alicia, 1936 Print
    1935 Map of Alicia, 1936 Print
    1935 Alicia
    1936 Print · USGS
    The Black River bottomlands of the 1930s are captured here during a period of transition from river landings to rail and highway transit. Researchers can locate numerous family-named landmarks and vanished schools such as Clover Bend Sch, Vandy Cem, and the Old Martin Mill Place.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1935 Map of Strawberry, 1936 Print
    1935 Map of Strawberry, 1936 Print
    1935 Strawberry
    1936 Print · USGS
    Northeast Arkansas in the mid-1930s shows a landscape of upland ridges and river bottomlands at the junction of four counties. Researchers can trace rural family life through many churchyards and schools, from Sulphur Rock up to the Pruitte Mill Site and Saffell.
  10. 1935 Map of Newport, 1937 Print
    1935 Map of Newport, 1937 Print
    1935 Newport
    1937 Print · USGS
    Jackson and Independence counties are captured here in the mid-1930s as the river-and-rail economy shaped local life. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like MeGuire Cem and Griffin Sch, while historians can locate the old river port at Jacksonport.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1941 Map of Strawberry, 1946 Print
    1941 Map of Strawberry, 1946 Print
    1941 Strawberry
    1946 Print · USGS
    The rural river valleys of northeast Arkansas are shown here during the early 1940s, highlighting a landscape of small schools and post offices. Genealogists can trace family roots through landmarks like Saffell Post Office, Buck Cem, and Harmony Sch.
  16. 1942 Map of Bethesda
    1942 Map of Bethesda
    1942 Bethesda
    1942 Print · USGS
    Independence County during the early 1940s reveals a landscape of ridge-top farms and river-bottom commerce. Genealogists can trace family roots through local landmarks like Gill Cem, O'Neal Sch, and the riverside crossing at Walls Ferry.
    4 unique versions available
  19. 1942 Map of Jamestown, 1945 Print
    1942 Map of Jamestown, 1945 Print
    1942 Jamestown
    1945 Print · USGS
    Independence County during the 1940s was a landscape of river-bottom farms and upland ridges shaped by the White River. Researchers can locate rural landmarks like the Enon Powell Sch, Alderbrook Cem, and the historic Cherokee Boundary.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1942 Map of Almond, 1945 Print
    1942 Map of Almond, 1945 Print
    1942 Almond
    1945 Print · USGS
    The river-and-rail corridor along the White River defines this 1940s landscape where Independence and Cleburne Counties meet. Genealogists and historians can trace old transit points like Earnhearts Ferry and the Old Cherokee Line boundary.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1942 Map of Salado, 1945 Print
    1942 Map of Salado, 1945 Print
    1942 Salado
    1945 Print · USGS
    Independence County along the White River remained a landscape of river-bend settlements and prominent ridges during the 1940s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family landmarks like Montgomery Sprs, Pine Mtn, and the pass at Mountain Gap.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1942 Map of Batesville, 1945 Print
    1942 Map of Batesville, 1945 Print
    1942 Batesville
    1945 Print · USGS
    Batesville and its riverfront industry are captured here during the 1940s as a vital hub for rail and river transport. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Independence County through local landmarks like the Aydelotte Mine, Big Spring Mill, and Pleasant Valley Cemeteries.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1942 Map of Mt Pleasant, 1945 Print
    1942 Map of Mt Pleasant, 1945 Print
    1942 Mt Pleasant
    1945 Print · USGS
    Izard County in the 1940s was a landscape of deep hollows and active mining operations near the Independence County line. Genealogists and historians can trace rural family legacies through local landmarks like Gid Sch, Mt Lebanon Ch, and the Barren Fork Cem.
    5 unique versions available
  34. 1943 Map of Sandtown
    1943 Map of Sandtown
    1943 Sandtown
    1943 Print · USGS
    The rural uplands of Independence and Sharp Counties come into focus during the early 1940s, revealing a landscape of remote mines and creek-side settlements. Researchers can trace historic family-named landmarks such as Polk Southard Mines, Martins Store, and Wolf Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  37. 1943 Map of Cave City, 1945 Print
    1943 Map of Cave City, 1945 Print
    1943 Cave City
    1945 Print · USGS
    Cave City and its surrounding hill country are captured in the 1940s at the intersection of Sharp and Independence counties. Researchers can trace rural lineages through local landmarks like Hickory Valley, Cotton Hill Ch, and the Maxville Sch.
    5 unique versions available
  40. 1943 Map of Sulphur Rock, 1945 Print
    1943 Map of Sulphur Rock, 1945 Print
    1943 Sulphur Rock
    1945 Print · USGS
    Independence County during the mid-forties reveals a rural landscape defined by the Missouri Pacific rail line and numerous community crossroads. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots at Rehoboth Cem, locate the old County Farm, or identify vanished school sites like New Hope Sch and Brewer Sch.
    6 unique versions available
  43. 1943 Map of Batesville, 1956 Print
    1943 Map of Batesville, 1956 Print
    1943 Batesville
    1956 Print · USGS
    Batesville and the White River valley were bustling hubs of rail and river commerce during the early 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace old landmarks like the Masonic Home, family burial sites at Pleasant Valley Cemeteries, and industrial works like the Gibson Mine.
    4 unique versions available
  46. 1953 Map of Memphis, 1966 Print
    1953 Map of Memphis, 1966 Print
    1953 Memphis
    1966 Print · USGS
    Eastern Arkansas and the Memphis riverfront are shown here during the mid-century period of regional growth and river management. Local historians can trace the paths of the Chicago Rock Island & Pacific RR through Forrest City or locate river landmarks like President's Island.
    3 unique versions available
  49. 1954 Map of Charlotte, 1955 Print
    1954 Map of Charlotte, 1955 Print
    1954 Charlotte
    1955 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Independence County comes alive in this 1950s survey of the river valleys and upland farms. Genealogists and local historians can locate numerous rural landmarks such as Antioch Ch, Convenience Cem, and the settlement of Charlotte.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1955 Map of Strawberry, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Strawberry, 1956 Print
    1955 Strawberry
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Arkansas Ozark foothills come alive in the mid-fifties, centered on the Strawberry settlement and its rural surrounds. Genealogists can trace a wealth of family history through local landmarks like Willmuth Cem, Mt Zion Ch, and Saffell.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1955 Map of Cord, 1956 Print
    1955 Map of Cord, 1956 Print
    1955 Cord
    1956 Print · USGS
    Independence and Jackson counties are shown in the mid-fifties, dominated by the winding path of the Black River. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural family sites near Stone Ch, Happy Cem, and the settlement of Cord.
    3 unique versions available
  58. 1956 Map of Memphis
    1956 Map of Memphis
    1956 Memphis
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi Delta and the bluffs of West Tennessee meet in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by massive river systems and rail hubs. Researchers can trace the path of Crowleys Ridge or locate vanished river landings near Centennial Island and Island No 35.
  61. 1956 Map of Newark, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Newark, 1957 Print
    1956 Newark
    1957 Print · USGS
    The bottomlands of Independence County are shown in detail during the mid-fifties, dominated by the winding loops of the White River. Genealogists and historians can trace numerous family-named landmarks and rural cemeteries such as Akron Cem, Blue Springs Cem, and the Oil Trough Ferry.
  64. 1961 Map of Grange, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Grange, 1963 Print
    1961 Grange
    1963 Print · USGS
    The foothills of the Arkansas Ozarks are captured here in the early sixties, showing the rural communities of Sharp and Independence counties. Researchers can trace dozens of local family sites and landmarks including Shelbyville, Grange, and the Charlotte Lookout Tower.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1962 Map of Jacksonport, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Jacksonport, 1963 Print
    1962 Jacksonport
    1963 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Black and White Rivers in the early 1960s highlights a landscape of oxbows and riverfront history. Researchers can locate numerous family cemeteries such as Holloway Cem and Mercy Seat Cem, or trace the MISSOURI PACIFIC line through Campbell Station.
    3 unique versions available
  70. 1962 Map of Newark, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Newark, 1963 Print
    1962 Newark
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Independence County river valley comes into sharp focus during the early 1960s, showing the interaction between the White River and local rail towns. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous sites like Akron Cem, Oil Trough Ferry, and Oak Grove Ch.
    3 unique versions available
  73. 1962 Map of Olyphant, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Olyphant, 1963 Print
    1962 Olyphant
    1963 Print · USGS
    Independence and Jackson counties are captured here in the early sixties as the rail-side community of Olyphant and rural settlements like Thida anchored the landscape. Genealogists can trace family names at Lone Beech Cem and Sanders Cem or locate the local Blackland Chapel.
    2 unique versions available
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