1940s Maps of Big River, California

Explore 2 historic maps of Big River from the 1940s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1940s — 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 Big River's landscape evolved across the 1940s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1940s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Big River's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.


Big River, CA maps

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  1. 1943 Map of Parker
    1943 Map of Parker
    1943 Parker
    1943 Print · USGS
    The Lower Colorado riverfront was a vital military and transport corridor during the 1940s. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail and river network connecting Parker to the Colorado River Indian Reservation, Agency, and Doyles Landing.

  2. 1949 Map of Parker, 1960 Print
    1949 Map of Parker, 1960 Print
    1949 Parker
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Colorado River borderlands in the late 1940s show a fascinating mix of tribal lands, railroad stops, and desert mining. Genealogists and historians can locate the Mojave Indian Ch, the Cremation Ground, and the old Colorado River Day Sch within the reservation.
    2 unique versions available

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