Old Maps of Plainview, Arkansas for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 12 historic maps of Plainview. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Plainview, AR maps

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  1. 1887 Map of Magazine Mountain #1
    1887 Map of Magazine Mountain #1
    1887 Magazine Mountain #1
    1887 Print · USGS
    The Arkansas River valley in the late 1880s is captured here just as the railroad began reshaping the local economy. Genealogists and researchers can trace early homesteads and rail stops through Paris, Coal Hill, and the river landings at Pattersons Bluff.

  2. 1887 Map of Magazine Mountain
    1887 Map of Magazine Mountain
    1887 Magazine Mountain
    1887 Print · USGS
    Northwest Arkansas in the 1880s is defined here by the river-and-rail economy along the Arkansas River valley. Genealogists and historians can trace long-forgotten post offices like Burnett Springs and early rail stops such as Coal Hill.

  3. 1890 Map of Magazine Mountain
    1890 Map of Magazine Mountain
    1890 Magazine Mountain
    1890 Print · USGS
    The Arkansas River Valley is captured here in the late nineteenth century as rail transport begins to eclipse river travel. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and community hubs like Paris, Booneville, and the remote Burnett Springs.
    6 unique versions available

  4. 1956 Map of Russellville
    1956 Map of Russellville
    1956 Russellville
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Arkansas River valley and the surrounding Boston Mountains are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of small timber towns and new reservoirs. Genealogists can trace family roots through upland settlements like Pelsor and Witts Springs or locate the campus of Arkansas Polytechnic College.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1961 Map of Scranton, 1962 Print
    1961 Map of Scranton, 1962 Print
    1961 Scranton
    1962 Print · USGS
    Logan County life in the early sixties is centered around Scranton and its surrounding ridge-top communities. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations at Saint Ignatius Ch or numerous burial grounds like Hickory Grove Cem and Ellsworth Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1964 Map of Russellville
    1964 Map of Russellville
    1964 Russellville
    1964 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Central Arkansas is defined here by the river-valley towns and the surrounding mountain ranges before the full expansion of the interstate system. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-town development along the Missouri Pacific Railroad and locate landmarks like Arkansas Polytechnic College or Petit Jean State Park.

  7. 1977 Map of Russellville
    1977 Map of Russellville
    1977 Russellville
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Arkansas River Valley and surrounding Ozark Mountains are documented here during a period of significant postwar growth and infrastructure development. Genealogists and researchers can locate family landmarks such as Mount Carmel Cem, St Josephs Church, and several remote Coal Mine sites along the Missouri Pacific RR line.

  8. 1984 Map of Russellville
    1984 Map of Russellville
    1984 Russellville
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Arkansas River valley in the mid-eighties shows a landscape defined by the rise of Lake Dardanelle and the enduring presence of the Ozark National Forest. Researchers can find historical institutions like Arkansas Tech Univ and Sacred Heart Church or trace the routes of the Missouri Pacific RR.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1984 Map of Russellville
    1984 Map of Russellville
    1984 Russellville
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Arkansas River valley was undergoing significant change in the 1950s as transportation and water management reshaped the region from Russellville to Conway. Researchers can trace the era's rail networks like the Missouri Pacific RR and explore landmarks like Magazine Mountain and Petit Jean State Park.

  10. 1992 Map of Russellville, 1993 Print
    1992 Map of Russellville, 1993 Print
    1992 Russellville
    1993 Print · USGS
    Central Arkansas in the early nineties shows a landscape defined by the Arkansas River valley and the surrounding national forests. Trace the development of river towns like Russellville and Dardanelle alongside landmarks such as Lake Dardanelle and Magazine Mtn.

  11. 1993 Map of Scranton
    1993 Map of Scranton
    1993 Scranton
    1993 Print · USGS
    The rural landscapes of Logan County are captured here in the early nineties, showing the organized settlements of Scranton and Prairie View amidst a series of prominent ridges. Genealogists can locate numerous burial sites like Saint Meinrads Cem and trace the path of an Old Railroad Grade.

  12. 2024 Map of Scranton, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Scranton, 2024 Print
    2024 Scranton
    2024 Print · USGS
    The community of Scranton and the surrounding Logan County countryside are captured here in the contemporary era. Genealogists can locate family sites such as Saint Ignatius Cem, Pleasant Grove Cem, and Saint Meinrads Cem.

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