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1950s Maps of Bay County, Florida

Explore 14 historic maps of Bay 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 Bay County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, 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.
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Start exploring Bay County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Bay County, FL maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Compass Lake, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Compass Lake, 1953 Print
    1952 Compass Lake
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Florida Panhandle at mid-century reveals a landscape of lakeside settlements and growing infrastructure at the junction of three counties. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Sandy Mount Ch, the settlement at Betts, and the Atlanta and St Andrews Bay rail line.
    3 unique versions available
  4. 1954 Map of Tallahassee, 1967 Print
    1954 Map of Tallahassee, 1967 Print
    1954 Tallahassee
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Florida Panhandle and South Georgia are captured here during a period of mid-century growth and military expansion. Researchers can trace the development of Panama City, the footprint of Tyndall Air Force Base, and the rail lines of the Atlantic Coast Line.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1955 Map of Panama City Beach, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Panama City Beach, 1957 Print
    1955 Panama City Beach
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Florida coast near Panama City Beach appears in the mid-1950s as a burgeoning string of shoreline communities. Researchers can trace the early development of Bid-A-Wee and Long Beach Resort alongside the U S Naval Reservation.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1956 Map of Beacon Hill
    1956 Map of Beacon Hill
    1956 Beacon Hill
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Florida Panhandle coast is captured here during the mid-fifties, showing the intersection of military activity and emerging seaside communities. Researchers can trace the early layout of Mexico Beach or locate military landmarks like the Gunnery Range and Landing Field.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 1956 Map of Long Point, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Long Point, 1957 Print
    1956 Long Point
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Florida coast near East Bay is shown during the mid-1950s as military activity transformed the shoreline. Researchers can trace the development of Tyndall Air Force Base and find local landmarks like San Blas and the Du Pont Bridge.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1956 Map of Crooked Island, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Crooked Island, 1957 Print
    1956 Crooked Island
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Florida panhandle coast was a hub of Cold War military activity in the mid-fifties. Researchers can trace the perimeter of Tyndall Air Force Base and maritime features like St Andrew Sound and the barrier reach of Crooked Island.
  19. 1956 Map of Allanton, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Allanton, 1957 Print
    1956 Allanton
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Bay County in the mid-1950s is a landscape of winding inlets and emerging military sites. Researchers can trace the waterfront settlements of Allanton and Farmdale or locate family sites like the Farmdale Cem and Bull Point.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1956 Map of Beacon Beach, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Beacon Beach, 1957 Print
    1956 Beacon Beach
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida is captured during the mid-fifties at the height of military expansion along the gulf. Researchers can trace the layout of Cromanton, the grounds of Tyndall Air Force Base, and the small Marywood Cem near Pearl Bayou.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1956 Map of North Of Allanton, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of North Of Allanton, 1957 Print
    1956 North Of Allanton
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Florida Panhandle's wetland interior is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by tidewater bayous and extensive swamps. Researchers can locate the Kent Cem, the Majette Lookout Tower, and small industrial Sandpits along the edges of Cooks Bayou.
  28. 1956 Map of Springfield, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Springfield, 1957 Print
    1956 Springfield
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida is seen here during a period of significant post-war growth along the shores of St Andrew Bay. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Springfield, Parker, and Old Callaway, or locate the Everitt Jr High Sch and Evergreen Memorial Gardens.
  31. 1956 Map of Panama City, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Panama City, 1957 Print
    1956 Panama City
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Florida in the mid-fifties comes alive in this survey of the communities surrounding St Andrews Bay. Genealogists and local historians can trace the growth of Panama City, Lynn Haven, and Millville while identifying local landmarks like Rosenwald High Sch and Greenwood Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1957 Map of Apalachicola, 1968 Print
    1957 Map of Apalachicola, 1968 Print
    1957 Apalachicola
    1968 Print · USGS
    Florida's Forgotten Coast comes alive in this mid-century portrait of timber, fishing, and military outposts. Researchers can trace the waterfronts of Apalachicola, the grounds of Fort Gadsden, and the early footprint of Mexico Beach before modern development.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1959 Map of Apalachicola
    1959 Map of Apalachicola
    1959 Apalachicola
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Florida Panhandle's coastline is captured in the late fifties, showcasing the maritime and rail connections between Port St Joe and the oyster-rich waters of Apalachicola. Researchers can trace the legacy of Fort Gadsden or locate historic rail stops like Lanark Station and McIntyre along the coast.
  40. 1959 Map of Tallahassee
    1959 Map of Tallahassee
    1959 Tallahassee
    1959 Print · USGS
    Florida's Panhandle and the Big Bend region appear here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by its great river systems and developing coast. Trace the early layout of Panama City, the expansive Apalachicola National Forest, and the coastal St Marks Lighthouse.
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