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Old Maps of Pittsburg, California for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Pittsburg with 42 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Pittsburg has changed over the decades.

Pittsburg, CA maps

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  1. 1896 Map of Mt. Diablo, 1964 Print
    1896 Map of Mt. Diablo, 1964 Print
    1896 Mt. Diablo
    1964 Print · USGS
    The northern slopes of the Diablo Range come alive in the 1890s, where mining settlements like Nortonville and Somersville thrived alongside the Empire R. R. and Star Mine. Trace early rail lines, family landmarks, and the rural roots of Danville and San Ramon.
  4. 1898 Map of Mt. Diablo
    1898 Map of Mt. Diablo
    1898 Mt. Diablo
    1898 Print · USGS
    Contra Costa County at the end of the nineteenth century was a rugged landscape of coal mining camps and cattle valleys. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early footprints of Nortonville, Stewartville, and the remote Star Mine nestled among the peaks of Monte del Diablo.
    7 unique versions available
  7. 1907 Map of Antioch, 1955 Print
    1907 Map of Antioch, 1955 Print
    1907 Antioch
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Suisun Bay and Sacramento Delta regions are captured here in the early twentieth century during a period of agricultural and industrial expansion. Local historians can trace family-named river ports like Lingos Landing and rural landmarks such as Scandia School or the settlement of Birds Landing.
  10. 1908 Map of Antioch
    1908 Map of Antioch
    1908 Antioch
    1908 Print · USGS
    The convergence of the great California rivers in the early twentieth century shows a landscape of busy water landings and growing rail towns. Trace the industrial roots of Antioch or locate vanished landings like Palmetto Landing and Duttons Landing along the sloughs.
    5 unique versions available
  13. 1916 Map of Lone Tree Valley
    1916 Map of Lone Tree Valley
    1916 Lone Tree Valley
    1916 Print · USGS
    Contra Costa County at the onset of the motor age reveals a landscape of ranching valleys and early energy infrastructure. Researchers can trace the routes of Sand Creek and Marsh Creek, locate the isolated Deer Valley School, and see the early Oil Tanks in Markley Canyon.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1918 Map of Honker Bay
    1918 Map of Honker Bay
    1918 Honker Bay
    1918 Print · USGS
    The industrial waterfront of Contra Costa and Solano counties comes alive in this survey of the Sacramento River delta. Trace the rail networks at Pittsburg and find historic riverfront stops like Birds Landing and Yolo Landing.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1918 Map of Collinsville
    1918 Map of Collinsville
    1918 Collinsville
    1918 Print · USGS
    The California Delta at the turn of the century shows a bustling junction of river and rail commerce. Researchers can trace early infrastructure around Antioch, locate riverfront sites like Montezuma Landing, and follow the Southern Pacific through the Los Medanos area.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1943 Map of Mt. Diablo
    1943 Map of Mt. Diablo
    1943 Mt. Diablo
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Mt. Diablo foothills and San Ramon Valley are captured here during the early 1940s, showcasing a landscape of cattle ranches and remote schoolhouses. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Blackhawk Ranch, Cowell, and the Morgan Territory Sch.
  25. 1947 Map of Sacramento, 1948 Print
    1947 Map of Sacramento, 1948 Print
    1947 Sacramento
    1948 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento Valley meets the high Sierra during a period of post-war expansion. Trace the historic river delta islands like Grand Island or locate early airfield footprints at McClellan Air Force Base and Mather Air Force Base.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1947 Map of San Jose, 1948 Print
    1947 Map of San Jose, 1948 Print
    1947 San Jose
    1948 Print · USGS
    Northern California's heartland is captured here just after the war, showing the rapid growth of the Santa Clara and Central Valleys. Researchers can trace the legacy of rail and water at Castle Air Force Base, Stockton, and the Hetch Hetchy Aqueduct.
  31. 1948 Map of Sacramento, 1951 Print
    1948 Map of Sacramento, 1951 Print
    1948 Sacramento
    1951 Print · USGS
    Post-war Northern California comes alive in this regional survey, capturing the era of expansion between the Central Valley and the High Sierra. Researchers can trace the rail networks of the Central California Traction and Sacramento Northern RR or locate landmarks like the State Capitol and University of California Davis.
  34. 1951 Map of Antioch
    1951 Map of Antioch
    1951 Antioch
    1951 Print · USGS
    The Sacramento Delta comes alive in the early fifties as industrial growth meets a complex world of sloughs and islands. Trace family ties to Birds Landing, the Grizzly Island Ferry, or the sprawling grounds of Camp Stoneman.
  37. 1953 Map of Antioch South, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Antioch South, 1954 Print
    1953 Antioch South
    1954 Print · USGS
    Contra Costa County at the start of the 1950s reveals a landscape where old mining towns were becoming memories as the suburbs of Antioch began to reach south. Genealogists and historians can trace the footprint of Somersville, locate Coal Mine Tunnels, and find the Morgan Territory Sch.
    9 unique versions available
  40. 1953 Map of Honker Bay, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Honker Bay, 1955 Print
    1953 Honker Bay
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Suisun Bay shoreline in the early fifties shows a landscape of heavy industry and military readiness. Researchers can trace the mid-century layout of Pittsburg, the housing at Shore Acres, and the expansive grounds of Camp Stoneman.
    7 unique versions available
  43. 1953 Map of Antioch North, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Antioch North, 1955 Print
    1953 Antioch North
    1955 Print · USGS
    The delta where the Sacramento and San Joaquin rivers meet shows a landscape of heavy industry and island agriculture in the 1950s. Genealogists and researchers can trace the rail corridors of the Southern Pacific or locate family sites like the Adelia Kimball School and Holy Cross Cem.
    4 unique versions available
  46. 1953 Map of Clayton, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Clayton, 1955 Print
    1953 Clayton
    1955 Print · USGS
    The foothills of Mount Diablo are captured here in the mid-fifties as the ranching and mining landscape began to meet suburban growth. Genealogists and historians can locate the Cowell Cemetery, the Mt Diablo Mine, and the vanished settlement at Nortonville.
    9 unique versions available
  49. 1953 Map of Pittsburg, 1960 Print
    1953 Map of Pittsburg, 1960 Print
    1953 Pittsburg
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Suisun Bay waterfront and the Delta's tidal marshes are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the industrial growth of Contra Costa County. Genealogists and researchers can trace family-named locations like Hierlihy Ranch, local landmarks like Shilo Church, and the riverfront community of Collinsville.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1956 Map of San Jose
    1956 Map of San Jose
    1956 San Jose
    1956 Print · USGS
    Central California in the mid-fifties reveals the transition from sprawling orchards to growing urban hubs like San Jose and Stockton. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-era landscape of the Mother Lode through Chinese Camp and Tuttletown, or follow the water through the Joaquin River and Calaveras Reservoir.
  55. 1956 Map of Sacramento
    1956 Map of Sacramento
    1956 Sacramento
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century California unfolds from the delta to the high Sierra, capturing a landscape of growing valley cities and burgeoning military airbases. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines and river towns from Woodland to Lodi, or explore the foothill settlements of Placerville and Jackson.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1957 Map of Sacramento, 1966 Print
    1957 Map of Sacramento, 1966 Print
    1957 Sacramento
    1966 Print · USGS
    In the mid-twentieth century, the California heartland was a hub of river transport, rail lines, and military airbases. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of Gold Country towns like Angels Camp and Sonora or follow the path of the Southern Pacific RR through the growing suburbs of Sacramento.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1962 Map of San Jose
    1962 Map of San Jose
    1962 San Jose
    1962 Print · USGS
    Central California in the early sixties showcases the expansion of the San Joaquin and Santa Clara valleys. Researchers can trace the rail-to-road transition along the Southern Pacific RR or locate landmarks like Castle USAF Base and Loma Prieta.
    4 unique versions available
  64. 1966 Map of San Jose
    1966 Map of San Jose
    1966 San Jose
    1966 Print · USGS
    Central California in the mid-1960s reveals a landscape of massive irrigation projects and expanding Cold War military footprints. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river network of the San Joaquin Valley or locate specialized sites like Castle Air Force Base and the Sharp General Depot (Military).
  67. 1978 Map of Antioch North
    1978 Map of Antioch North
    1978 Antioch North
    1978 Print · USGS
    In the late seventies, the Delta industrial corridor was a thriving hub of shipping, rail, and manufacturing. Trace the development of Antioch and Pittsburg alongside the historic Steel Mill and the secluded marshes of Sherman Island.
    4 unique versions available
  70. 1989 Map of Stockton
    1989 Map of Stockton
    1989 Stockton
    1989 Print · USGS
    During the late 1980s, the California Delta and San Joaquin Valley saw a massive convergence of water infrastructure and military logistics. Researchers can trace the sprawling Lawrence Livermore Laboratory (Univ of Calif) and Sharpe Army Depot alongside the complex waterways of Union Island and Victoria Island.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1993 Map of Lodi, 1994 Print
    1993 Map of Lodi, 1994 Print
    1993 Lodi
    1994 Print · USGS
    Northern California's delta country and the growing Central Valley corridors are captured here in the early nineties. Genealogists and historians can trace the intricate island tracts, old railroad lines like the Sacramento Northern RR, and established local landmarks including the Lodi Memorial Cemetery and University of the Pacific.
    2 unique versions available
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