Old Maps of Lamar County, Georgia for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 60 historic maps of Lamar County. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Lamar County, GA maps

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  1. 1935 Map of Thomaston
    1935 Map of Thomaston
    1935 Thomaston
    1935 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1930s, the industrial corridor around THOMASTON and Silvertown anchored this Georgia landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace the river's influence through several decommissioned crossings like Du Bignon Ferry and family hubs like McCrary Settlement.

  2. 1939 Map of Thomaston
    1939 Map of Thomaston
    1939 Thomaston
    1939 Print · USGS
    Upson County and the industrial town of Thomaston are captured here in the late 1930s, showing a landscape of textile mills and family settlements. Researchers can trace rural life through dozens of local landmarks like Silvertown, Paynes Mill, and the McCrary Settlement.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1951 Map of Yatesville, 1952 Print
    1951 Map of Yatesville, 1952 Print
    1951 Yatesville
    1952 Print · USGS
    In the early 1950s, this Georgia landscape was defined by the crossing of the Central of Georgia and Southern railroads. Local researchers can trace family names and small-town life through landmarks like Topeka Junction, Anniebel Sch, and Andrews Chapel.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1951 Map of Barnesville, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Barnesville, 1953 Print
    1951 Barnesville
    1953 Print · USGS
    Mid-century central Georgia thrives along the Central of Georgia rail lines and the Dixie Highway. Researchers can trace local genealogy through dozens of family-named sites like Potts Cem, the Gordon Military College campus, and rural stops at Goggins or Orchard Hill.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1953 Map of Atlanta, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Atlanta, 1965 Print
    1953 Atlanta
    1965 Print · USGS
    The growing Atlanta metro and the industrial corridors of Eastern Alabama are captured here during the mid-century transition. Researchers can trace the rail-to-road shift through hubs like Anniston and La Grange or locate sites within Fort McClellan.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1955 Map of Phenix City, 1964 Print
    1955 Map of Phenix City, 1964 Print
    1955 Phenix City
    1964 Print · USGS
    Post-war Alabama and Georgia meet along the Chattahoochee River as industry and military installations expand. Trace the rail lines of the Central of Georgia through towns like Opelika, Tuskegee, and Alexander City.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1957 Map of Phenix City
    1957 Map of Phenix City
    1957 Phenix City
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Alabama-Georgia borderlands are captured here in the mid-fifties, centered on the bustling river crossing at Phenix City and Columbus. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprint of the Fort Benning Military Reservation or locate smaller textile and railroad towns like Langdale and Camp Hill.

  8. 1957 Map of Atlanta
    1957 Map of Atlanta
    1957 Atlanta
    1957 Print · USGS
    Atlanta and the Alabama borderlands appear here in the mid-fifties, capturing the region's post-war suburban and industrial transition. Trace the development of early transport hubs and military sites like Fort McPherson, Anniston, and the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.

  9. 1958 Map of Phenix City
    1958 Map of Phenix City
    1958 Phenix City
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Alabama-Georgia borderlands thrive during the late fifties, anchored by the river-driven industry of Columbus and Phenix City. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Fort Benning, Auburn, and the textile towns of Fairfax and Lanett.

  10. 1958 Map of Atlanta
    1958 Map of Atlanta
    1958 Atlanta
    1958 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Georgia and Alabama are shown in this regional study of the corridor between the Chattahoochee River and the Appalachian foothills. Local historians can trace the development of suburban Atlanta alongside vital landmarks like Stone Mountain, Dobbins AFB, and the Seaboard Air Line rail routes.

  11. 1971 Map of Zebulon, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Zebulon, 1973 Print
    1971 Zebulon
    1973 Print · USGS
    Pike County's rural character is preserved here in the early seventies as small towns like Meansville and Lifsey thrived along the SOUTHERN rail line. Researchers can locate family landmarks including Bush Cem, Nazareth Ch, and the Pine Mountain Childrens Home.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1971 Map of Thomaston, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Thomaston, 1973 Print
    1971 Thomaston
    1973 Print · USGS
    Thomaston and its textile-mill suburbs of Silvertown and East Thomaston are captured here in the early seventies during a period of steady regional growth. Family researchers can locate Glenwood Cem, Shady Grove Ch, and the site of Hannahs Mill along the surrounding creek branches.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1973 Map of Yatesville, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Yatesville, 1976 Print
    1973 Yatesville
    1976 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Upson and Lamar counties are captured here at a time when the rural landscape was still defined by the Central of Georgia and Southern railroads. Researchers can trace family history through numerous landmarks like Yatesville, The Rock, and Grays Chapel.

  14. 1973 Map of Johnstonville, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Johnstonville, 1976 Print
    1973 Johnstonville
    1976 Print · USGS
    Lamar and Monroe counties show their rural character in the early 1970s, as the railway still connected small local junctions. Genealogists can trace family footprints across dozens of sites like Goggins, Sappington Cem, and Bethany Ch.

  15. 1973 Map of High Falls, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of High Falls, 1976 Print
    1973 High Falls
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Towaliga River corridor in the 1970s shows a landscape of transition between historic agricultural roots and modern recreation. Trace family history and land patterns through High Falls Lake, the Higgins Mill site, and local landmarks like Patillo and High Shoals Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1973 Map of Barnesville, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Barnesville, 1976 Print
    1973 Barnesville
    1976 Print · USGS
    Lamar and Pike counties are captured in the mid-1970s, showcasing the intersection of the Central of Georgia railroad and the growth of Barnesville. Trace historical landmarks such as Gordon Jr College, the Confederate Cem, and Woodfin Mill.

  17. 1973 Map of Orchard Hill, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Orchard Hill, 1976 Print
    1973 Orchard Hill
    1976 Print · USGS
    Spalding County's rail-and-water landscape comes alive in this survey of the communities south of Griffin during the early seventies. Researchers can trace family history through local sites like Orchard Hill Ch, Maddox Cem, and the historic Griffin Academy.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1974 Map of Strouds, 1976 Print
    1974 Map of Strouds, 1976 Print
    1974 Strouds
    1976 Print · USGS
    Monroe County's rural landscape is captured here in the mid-seventies as traditional farming communities like Strouds and Brent persisted. Researchers can trace family history through sites like Sardis Cem and the Southern railroad corridor.

  19. 1979 Map of Griffin, 1980 Print
    1979 Map of Griffin, 1980 Print
    1979 Griffin
    1980 Print · USGS
    West-central Georgia at the close of the seventies reveals a landscape of historic rail towns and growing suburbs between the major river systems. Trace the rail lines and early road networks connecting Griffin, Peachtree City, and Newnan, or locate smaller settlements like Senoia and Experiment.
    3 unique versions available

  20. 1981 Map of Thomaston, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Thomaston, 1982 Print
    1981 Thomaston
    1982 Print · USGS
    Central Georgia’s ridgeline and river country comes into focus in this early 1980s survey of the Pine Mountain corridor. Researchers can trace historic church sites like Oak Grove Ch, the rail junctions at Manchester, and the expansive Franklin D Roosevelt State Park.

  21. 2011 Map of Yatesville, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Yatesville, 2011 Print
    2011 Yatesville
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Lamar County, including Yatesville, The Rock, and other nearby areas

  22. 2011 Map of Thomaston, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Thomaston, 2011 Print
    2011 Thomaston
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Lamar County, including Thomaston, Hannahs Mill, and other nearby areas

  23. 2011 Map of Strouds, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Strouds, 2011 Print
    2011 Strouds
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Lamar County, including Horns Crossroads, Strouds, and other nearby areas

  24. 2011 Map of Barnesville, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Barnesville, 2011 Print
    2011 Barnesville
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Lamar County, including Barnesville, Milner, and other nearby areas

  25. 2011 Map of Zebulon, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Zebulon, 2011 Print
    2011 Zebulon
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Lamar County, including Zebulon, Meansville, and other nearby areas

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