1940s Maps of Modesto, California
Explore 3 historic maps of Modesto 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 Modesto'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 Modesto's history through authentic maps from the 1940s. This is your window into the past.
Modesto, CA maps
(3)- 1941 Map of Modesto West
1941 Modesto West1941 Print · USGSThe Central Valley river system is captured here in the early 1940s, showing the complex web of irrigation canals and rural school districts. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Grayson or the Farm Security Administration Camp, and locate landmarks like Shiloh School or Tuolumne City.3 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Modesto East
1942 Modesto East1942 Print · USGSStanislaus County during the early war years shows an intricate landscape of irrigation canals and rural schoolhouses. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like St Stanislaus Cem, Robinson School, and the historic Thompson Rancho. - 1947 Map of San Jose, 1948 Print
1947 San Jose1948 Print · USGSNorthern 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.
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