1970s Maps of Hillsborough County, Florida

1. 1972 Map of Tampa, 1974 Print

   

   1972 Tampa

   1974 Print · USGS

   The Florida Gulf Coast appears in a period of significant growth during the early seventies, from the urban centers of the bay to the quiet southern keys. Researchers can trace the expansion of St Petersburg or locate family sites near Safety Harbor, Valrico, and Boca Ciega.

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4. 1973 Map of Wesley Chapel, 1976 Print

   

   1973 Wesley Chapel

   1976 Print · USGS

   The transition from citrus groves and ranch land to suburban communities in the 1970s is visible across the Wesley Chapel corridor. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early layout of Branchton, the grounds of Angus Valley Chapel, and the reaches of Cabbage Swamp.

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7. 1974 Map of Odessa, 1975 Print

   

   1974 Odessa

   1975 Print · USGS

   The lake-dotted borderlands of Pasco and Hillsborough counties come into focus in the mid-1970s. Trace the rural development of Odessa and its surrounding waters, from Indian Mounds near Mound Lake to the grounds of Camp Keystone and the Odessa Ch.

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10. 1974 Map of Elfers, 1975 Print

    

    1974 Elfers

    1975 Print · USGS

    The West Florida coast in the mid-seventies shows a landscape in transition as suburbs replaced rural sloughs and bayous. Genealogists and historians can trace the growth of New Port Richey, locate several burial grounds like East Elfers Cem, and follow the Seaboard Coast Line through Seven Springs.

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13. 1974 Map of Oldsmar, 1976 Print

    

    1974 Oldsmar

    1976 Print · USGS

    Coastal Pinellas and Hillsborough counties are shown here in the mid-seventies as suburban growth began to surround the upper reaches of Old Tampa Bay. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Oldsmar, the grounds of Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, and the ancient Indian Mound at Philippe Point.

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16. 1974 Map of Lutz, 1976 Print

    

    1974 Lutz

    1976 Print · USGS

    The Florida lake country on the Pasco and Hillsborough border is seen here in the mid-seventies, just as residential growth began to accelerate. Genealogists and local historians can locate Sanders Memorial School, Tims Memorial Church, and the winding Seaboard Coast Line rail line.

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19. 1974 Map of Thonotosassa, 1977 Print

    

    1974 Thonotosassa

    1977 Print · USGS

    This mid-1970s survey captures the area around Lake Thonotosassa as suburban growth began to meet rural citrus groves. Researchers can locate local landmarks like the Golden Gate Speedway, trace the Seaboard Coast Line, and find family-named churches like Marshall Ch.

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22. 1975 Map of Socrum, 1976 Print

    

    1975 Socrum

    1976 Print · USGS

    The rural marshlands and timber country where Polk, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties meet are captured here during the mid-seventies. Local historians can trace family-named roads like Keen Road and Raulerson Road near small settlements such as Socrum and Kathleen.

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25. 1975 Map of Zephyrhills, 1976 Print

    

    1975 Zephyrhills

    1976 Print · USGS

    Mid-century growth in Pasco County is on full display here as the town of Zephyrhills expands amid its citrus groves and wetlands. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of the community through landmarks like West Zephyrhills Sch, Geiger Cem, and the Seaboard Coast Line railroad.

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28. 1975 Map of Plant City West, 1977 Print

    

    1975 Plant City West

    1977 Print · USGS

    Hillsborough County's interior comes to life in the mid-seventies, centered on the western expansion of a growing citrus and rail hub. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of the community at Plant City and find rural landmarks like Cork Academy and Bethlehem Cem.

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31. 1975 Map of Plant City East, 1977 Print

    

    1975 Plant City East

    1977 Print · USGS

    Florida's phosphate country and the growth of Plant City are captured here in the mid-seventies, just as suburban expansion met industrial extraction. Trace family roots and local history at Oaklawn Cem, the strip mines near Youmans, or the Winston Sch.

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34. 1978 Map of Tarpon Springs, 1982 Print

    

    1978 Tarpon Springs

    1982 Print · USGS

    Coastal Florida is shown during its late-century period of rapid growth, from the Gulf shores to the deep inland swamps. Researchers can trace the development of the Intracoastal Waterway and locate regional landmarks like the Anclote Missile Tracking Annex and Lake Tarpon.

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