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1950s Maps of Weld County, Colorado

Explore 53 historic maps of Weld County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Weld County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Weld County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Weld County, CO maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Frederick
    1950 Map of Frederick
    1950 Frederick
    1950 Print · USGS
    The coal-rich corridor of Weld County is caught in a moment of industrial transition during the early 1950s. Genealogists and historians can trace the mining family hubs of Frederick, Firestone, and Dacono, alongside local schools like Mount View School and the Shamrock Mine.
    7 unique versions available
  4. 1950 Map of Greeley
    1950 Map of Greeley
    1950 Greeley
    1950 Print · USGS
    Greeley and Evans thrive at the mid-century confluence of the Cache La Poudre and South Platte Rivers. Researchers can trace historic neighborhoods and landmarks like the Spanish Colony, Linn Grove Cemetery, and the Union Pacific rail network.
    8 unique versions available
  7. 1950 Map of Gowanda
    1950 Map of Gowanda
    1950 Gowanda
    1950 Print · USGS
    Weld County farming and rail communities thrive along the river bottom in the years following the war. Researchers can locate the Pearl Howlett School, trace the Great Western tracks, and identify family landmarks like the Rinn Valley Grange.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1950 Map of Platteville
    1950 Map of Platteville
    1950 Platteville
    1950 Print · USGS
    The South Platte River valley in the mid-twentieth century shows an intensive irrigation landscape supporting the agricultural community of Platteville. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Union Pacific rail line and locate the Site of Old Fort Vasquez or the St Francis Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1950 Map of Fort Lupton
    1950 Map of Fort Lupton
    1950 Fort Lupton
    1950 Print · USGS
    Fort Lupton and the South Platte River valley are captured in detail during the post-war era, showing a landscape shaped by rail and irrigation. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Hillside Cemetery, Porter Sch, and the small settlement of Wattenberg.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1950 Map of Windsor
    1950 Map of Windsor
    1950 Windsor
    1950 Print · USGS
    Windsor and the surrounding plains of Weld and Larimer Counties appear here in the mid-twentieth century as a thriving agricultural and rail corridor. Researchers can trace the layout of small rail stops like Kelim and Officer or locate rural landmarks like Oklahoma School and Jeffers Sch.
    8 unique versions available
  19. 1950 Map of Kersey
    1950 Map of Kersey
    1950 Kersey
    1950 Print · USGS
    Weld County irrigation and rail networks are in full swing at the midpoint of the century. Genealogists and researchers can trace local landmarks like Spanish Village, Lone Tree Sch, and the confluence of the river systems at The Delta.
    5 unique versions available
  22. 1950 Map of Cheyenne
    1950 Map of Cheyenne
    1950 Cheyenne
    1950 Print · USGS
    Cheyenne and its surrounding high plains are captured here during a period of post-war expansion and military prominence. Researchers can trace the layout of the Fort Francis E Warren Military Reservation or locate family ranch sites like Rees Brothers Ranch and Diamond Camp.
  25. 1950 Map of South Roggen, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of South Roggen, 1952 Print
    1950 South Roggen
    1952 Print · USGS
    This mid-century survey of the Colorado plains near the Weld-Adams county line documents a rural landscape transitioning into the modern era. Researchers can trace the path of the Henrylyn Canal and locate the Television Relay Station or the settlement at South Roggen.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1950 Map of Greasewood Lake, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Greasewood Lake, 1952 Print
    1950 Greasewood Lake
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high plains during the post-war energy boom show a ranching landscape beginning to share space with oil exploration. Trace old homesteading remnants like the Prairie Queen School (Aban'd) and reliable water sources like Greasewood Lake and Sandborn Draw.
  31. 1950 Map of Wiggins SW, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Wiggins SW, 1952 Print
    1950 Wiggins SW
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high plains of Weld and Morgan counties are captured here in the mid-century, defined by vital water infrastructure and rural school districts. Genealogists and historians can trace the locations of the Kiowa School and the path of the Gaynor Nile Ditch.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1950 Map of Tampa, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Tampa, 1952 Print
    1950 Tampa
    1952 Print · USGS
    The eastern Colorado plains come into focus in the mid-twentieth century as a landscape of isolated ranches and vital rail links. Genealogists and historians can trace the rural infrastructure around Tampa and Lutz Ranch or follow the path of the CHICAGO BURLINGTON AND QUINCY railroad.
    4 unique versions available
  37. 1950 Map of Barnesville, 1952 Print
    1950 Map of Barnesville, 1952 Print
    1950 Barnesville
    1952 Print · USGS
    Weld County ranching and irrigation systems are captured here during the mid-century, following the development of the Missouri River Basin. Genealogists can locate the Cem (First Permanent Settlers in Weld Co 1840) and trace old rail stops like Barnesville Station.
    5 unique versions available
  40. 1950 Map of Erie, 1956 Print
    1950 Map of Erie, 1956 Print
    1950 Erie
    1956 Print · USGS
    In the mid-century landscape of the Colorado plains, coal mining and irrigation dictate the growth of towns and transport. Genealogists can trace family roots through markers like the Columbine Mine, Gooding School, and Erie Cem.
  43. 1950 Map of Keenesburg, 1958 Print
    1950 Map of Keenesburg, 1958 Print
    1950 Keenesburg
    1958 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Weld County come alive in this mid-century survey of the irrigation networks and rail lines that sustained the local economy. Researchers can trace family-named landmarks like Lott Reservoir, Banner Lakes, and the railroad siding at Keenesburg.
    5 unique versions available
  46. 1950 Map of Longmont, 1960 Print
    1950 Map of Longmont, 1960 Print
    1950 Longmont
    1960 Print · USGS
    Longmont and the surrounding plains of Boulder and Weld Counties appear here at the mid-century, defined by a massive network of irrigation ditches and vital rail lines. Genealogists can trace family roots through several local burial grounds like Mountain View Cemetery or locate rural landmarks such as Dixons Mills and Liberty Hall Grange.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1950 Map of Johnstown, 1960 Print
    1950 Map of Johnstown, 1960 Print
    1950 Johnstown
    1960 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Larimer and Weld Counties are defined by the vital waters of the Big Thompson River and an extensive irrigation network. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Twin Mounds School, the Elwell Cem, and the Walker Elevator.
    5 unique versions available
  52. 1950 Map of Bracewell, 1960 Print
    1950 Map of Bracewell, 1960 Print
    1950 Bracewell
    1960 Print · USGS
    Weld County’s agricultural heartland is captured here at mid-century, defined by the irrigation canals of the Cache La Poudre valley. Genealogists can trace family landmarks and school sites like Hazelton School, Bracewell, and the Lucas School (Aban'd).
    7 unique versions available
  55. 1950 Map of Milliken, 1964 Print
    1950 Map of Milliken, 1964 Print
    1950 Milliken
    1964 Print · USGS
    Weld County’s agricultural and rail heartland is captured here at mid-century, defined by the irrigation network surrounding the South Platte River. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific lines, locate the Fort St Vrain Ruins, and find vanished school sites like Fairview School.
    6 unique versions available
  58. 1950 Map of Prospect Valley, 1965 Print
    1950 Map of Prospect Valley, 1965 Print
    1950 Prospect Valley
    1965 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high plains of the early 1950s come into focus through this detailed view of the Prospect Valley irrigation and rail corridor. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early township layout through family landmarks like Krauss and Sloan, or locate the site of the Prospect Valley School.
    4 unique versions available
  61. 1950 Map of Masters, 1966 Print
    1950 Map of Masters, 1966 Print
    1950 Masters
    1966 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Weld and Morgan Counties are captured here as a landscape shaped by the South Platte River and its essential irrigation network. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific rail line through Masters and Sublette or locate historic waterworks like the Bijou Canal and Empire Reservoir.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1950 Map of Klug Ranch, 1967 Print
    1950 Map of Klug Ranch, 1967 Print
    1950 Klug Ranch
    1967 Print · USGS
    Weld County ranching life is captured here in the mid-twentieth century, centered on the water-dependent operations of the high plains. Researchers can locate the Sky View School, the namesake Klug Ranch, and numerous historic Windmill sites.
    3 unique versions available
  67. 1950 Map of Valley View School, 1970 Print
    1950 Map of Valley View School, 1970 Print
    1950 Valley View School
    1970 Print · USGS
    Weld County agriculture and coal mining intersect on the Colorado plains at mid-century. Researchers can trace numerous family-named operations like the Sunset Mine and Casselman Mine, or follow water via the Neres Canal.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1950 Map of Hardin, 1971 Print
    1950 Map of Hardin, 1971 Print
    1950 Hardin
    1971 Print · USGS
    Weld County agriculture and irrigation are captured here at mid-century as the river valley underwent modernization. Trace the development of Hardin and Kuner along the Union Pacific line or locate local landmarks like the Kuner School and Seventy Ranch.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1950 Map of Milton Reservoir, 1973 Print
    1950 Map of Milton Reservoir, 1973 Print
    1950 Milton Reservoir
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Weld County plains at mid-century reveal a complex irrigation landscape defined by Milton Reservoir and its many canals. Genealogists and historians can locate rural landmarks like the Four-Way School, several family windmills, and an Coal Mine (Inactive).
    3 unique versions available
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