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Old Maps of Oakland, Georgia for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 13 historic maps of Oakland. 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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Oakland, GA maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Buena Vista NE, 1953 Print
    1950 Map of Buena Vista NE, 1953 Print
    1950 Buena Vista NE
    1953 Print · USGS
    Marion County's rural landscape is captured here at mid-century, defined by small farmsteads and a rich network of community institutions. Local historians can trace the foundations of the area through Parkers Mill, Oakland Sch, and numerous churches like Bethany Ch.
  4. 1950 Map of Buena Vista, 1955 Print
    1950 Map of Buena Vista, 1955 Print
    1950 Buena Vista
    1955 Print · USGS
    West Georgia in the mid-1950s shows a landscape of rural schoolhouses and family-run mills bordering the Fort Benning Military Reservation. Researchers can locate historic rural centers like Brantley, trace the Central of Georgia rail line, and find sites like Callops Mill or Bates Chapel School and Cemetery.
  7. 1955 Map of Buena Vista NE, 1959 Print
    1955 Map of Buena Vista NE, 1959 Print
    1955 Buena Vista NE
    1959 Print · USGS
    Marion County was a tapestry of small rural congregations and winding dirt roads during the mid-fifties. Genealogists can trace family connections through sites like Bethlehem Cem, Hickory Tree Ch, and Spring Hill Ch.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1955 Map of Buena Vista, 1961 Print
    1955 Map of Buena Vista, 1961 Print
    1955 Buena Vista
    1961 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Marion County centers on the crossroads of Buena Vista just as the military presence at Fort Benning Military Reservation was expanding. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous rural landmarks like St Matthew Sch, Liberty Hill Ch, and Glen Alta.
  13. 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
  16. 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.
  19. 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.
  22. 1981 Map of Americus, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Americus, 1982 Print
    1981 Americus
    1982 Print · USGS
    West Georgia and East Alabama appear here during the early 1980s, showcasing the transition from military reservation to agricultural heartland. Researchers can trace the Central of Georgia rail lines through towns like Plains, Ellaville, and the historic site of Andersonville.
  25. 2011 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2011 Print
    2011 Buena Vista NE
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Oakland, including Marion County, United States, and other nearby areas
  28. 2014 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2014 Print
    2014 Buena Vista NE
    2014 Print · USGS
    Covers Oakland, including Marion County, United States, and other nearby areas
  31. 2017 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2017 Print
    2017 Buena Vista NE
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Oakland, including Marion County, United States, and other nearby areas
  34. 2020 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2020 Print
    2020 Buena Vista NE
    2020 Print · USGS
    Covers Oakland, including Marion County, United States, and other nearby areas
  37. 2024 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Buena Vista NE, 2024 Print
    2024 Buena Vista NE
    2024 Print · USGS
    Marion County's rural landscape comes into focus in this recent survey of the region northeast of Buena Vista. Genealogists and researchers can trace local family landmarks and burial sites at the Oakland Baptist Cem, the Oakland Church of God Cem, and the settlement of Bethany.
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