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1980s Maps of Sussex County, Delaware

Explore 18 historic maps of Sussex County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — 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 Sussex County's landscape evolved across the 1980s, 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 1980s, 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 Sussex County's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.

Sussex County, DE maps

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  1. 1980 Map of Fairmount, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Fairmount, 1982 Print
    1980 Fairmount
    1982 Print · USGS
    Sussex County, Delaware, is captured in the early eighties as a mosaic of tidal marshes and family farms. Researchers can trace the layout of rural communities like Robinsonville and Belltown or study the shoreline along Rehoboth Bay.
  4. 1980 Map of Selbyville, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Selbyville, 1982 Print
    1980 Selbyville
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Delaware-Maryland borderlands appear in striking infrared detail during the early 1980s, showing a landscape defined by traditional agriculture and winding waterways. Researchers can trace the rural layouts of Selbyville, Bishopville, and Roxana as they existed forty years ago.
  7. 1980 Map of Cape Henlopen, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Cape Henlopen, 1982 Print
    1980 Cape Henlopen
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Sussex County coast comes alive in this 1980s color infrared survey, showing the transition from bay to ocean. Trace the shifting sands of Cape Henlopen and the early layout of Lewes during this era of coastal change.
  10. 1980 Map of Frankford, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Frankford, 1982 Print
    1980 Frankford
    1982 Print · USGS
    Sussex County coastal wetlands and agricultural fields are captured in this early 1980s infrared survey. Local researchers can trace the shorelines of Indian River Bay and locate the historic settlements of Dagsboro, Frankford, and Oak Orchard.
  13. 1980 Map of Assawoman Bay, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Assawoman Bay, 1982 Print
    1980 Assawoman Bay
    1982 Print · USGS
    Coastal Maryland and Delaware are seen here in the early eighties as beachfront development reshaped the barrier islands. Trace the growth of Ocean City and Fenwick Island between the Atlantic Ocean and Assawoman Bay.
  16. 1980 Map of Bethany Beach, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Bethany Beach, 1982 Print
    1980 Bethany Beach
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Delaware coast in the early eighties shows a unique period of growth between the quiet shore and the bays. Trace the development of Bethany Beach and inland towns like Millville and Ocean View along the tidal waters of White Creek.
  19. 1980 Map of Lewes, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Lewes, 1982 Print
    1980 Lewes
    1982 Print · USGS
    Sussex County's shoreline and coastal marshes appear in vivid infrared detail in the early eighties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Lewes Beach and identify landmarks like Red Mill Pond and the Broadkill River.
  22. 1980 Map of Rehoboth Beach, 1982 Print
    1980 Map of Rehoboth Beach, 1982 Print
    1980 Rehoboth Beach
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Delaware coast in the early eighties shows a landscape of growing beach communities and expansive bay waters. Local historians can trace the residential footprints of Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach alongside Rehoboth Bay.
  25. 1981 Map of Cape May, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Cape May, 1982 Print
    1981 Cape May
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Jersey Shore's southernmost reaches come into focus during the early eighties, showcasing the maritime infrastructure of the Cape. Researchers can trace the layout of coastal towns like Wildwood Crest and North Cape May or locate the sprawling U.S. Coast Guard Training Center.
  28. 1983 Map of Salisbury, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Salisbury, 1984 Print
    1983 Salisbury
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Lower Eastern Shore was a landscape of tide and timber in the early eighties, from the bustling streets of Salisbury to the wild coast of Assateague Island. Researchers can trace the rail-and-road network of the Conrail and U S Highway 50 while locating historic centers like Princess Anne and Crisfield.
  31. 1984 Map of Lewes
    1984 Map of Lewes
    1984 Lewes
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Sussex County coast in the mid-1980s reveals a landscape of protected wetlands and maritime industry. Genealogists can trace family names at Whites Chapel or Henlopen Memorial Park, while explorers find old landings like Hazzard Landing.
    3 unique versions available
  34. 1984 Map of Fairmount
    1984 Map of Fairmount
    1984 Fairmount
    1984 Print · USGS
    Sussex County coastal life in the mid-1980s is centered on the tidal reaches of Rehoboth Bay and its inland farming communities. Genealogists and historians can trace local roots through landmarks like the Indian Mission Ch, Goslee Millpond, and St Georges Chapel.
    3 unique versions available
  37. 1984 Map of Frankford
    1984 Map of Frankford
    1984 Frankford
    1984 Print · USGS
    In the 1980s, the Sussex County coast shows a blend of historic farmsteads and burgeoning bayfront communities. Genealogists and historians can trace local roots through landmarks like Prince George Chapel, Carey Cem, and the Nanticoke Indian Center.
    2 unique versions available
  40. 1984 Map of Bethany Beach
    1984 Map of Bethany Beach
    1984 Bethany Beach
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Delaware coast in the early eighties shows a landscape of growing beach towns and preserved marshes. Trace the development of Bethany Beach and South Bethany, or locate inland landmarks like the Lord Baltimore Sch and Millville.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1984 Map of Cape Henlopen
    1984 Map of Cape Henlopen
    1984 Cape Henlopen
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Delaware coastline in the mid-1980s reveals a strategic landscape of naval reservations and maritime heritage near the mouth of the bay. Researchers can trace the boundaries of Lewes and explore coastal features like Gordons Pond and the Harbor of Refuge.
    4 unique versions available
  46. 1984 Map of Rehoboth Beach
    1984 Map of Rehoboth Beach
    1984 Rehoboth Beach
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Delaware coast thrived as a premier mid-Atlantic resort destination during the 1980s, balancing growing beachfront communities with preserved salt marshes. Researchers can trace the layout of Dewey Beach, locate historic sites like All Saints Ch, and explore the diverse island chain of Rehoboth Bay.
    3 unique versions available
  49. 1984 Map of Dover, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Dover, 1985 Print
    1984 Dover
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Delaware Bay coastline and its surrounding communities are captured here in the mid-1980s. Genealogists and historians can trace the growth of Dover, locate rural landmarks like St Augustine, or study the rail networks of CONRAIL and the Dover Air Force Base.
  52. 1984 Map of Seaford, 1986 Print
    1984 Map of Seaford, 1986 Print
    1984 Seaford
    1986 Print · USGS
    Coastal Delaware and the Maryland borderlands are captured here in the mid-eighties as modern tourism and traditional agriculture coexist. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river routes through Seaford, explore inland millponds like Chipman Pond, or study the shoreline at Cape Henlopen.
    2 unique versions available
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