1900s (20th Century) Maps of Upper Alton, Alton
Explore 12 historic maps of Upper Alton from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — 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 Upper Alton's landscape evolved across the 1900s, 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 1900s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Upper Alton's history through authentic maps from the 1900s. This is your window into the past.
Upper Alton, Alton maps
(12)- 1927 Map of Alton1927 Alton1927 Print · USGSThe industrial and riverfront corridor of the Mississippi and Missouri confluence is captured here during a period of heavy rail and ferry traffic. Researchers can trace historic family locations through dozens of rural landmarks like Monticello Seminary, Greenwood Cem, and the City of St Louis Farms.
- 1934 Map of Alton1934 Alton1934 Print · USGSThe confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers in the early 1930s shows a dense industrial and rail corridor centered on Alton. Genealogists and researchers can trace dozens of rural schools and landmarks like Monticello Seminary, Mt Olive Church, and the City of St Louis Farms.2 unique versions available
- 1948 Map of Alton, 1954 Print1948 Alton1954 Print · USGSAlton and the Mississippi River bluffs are captured here in the late Forties, showing a region defined by its heavy rail industry and prominent educational institutions. Genealogists and historians can locate Shurtleff College, the Confederate Cem, and the tracks of the Chicago and Alton railroad.
- 1949 Map of Saint Louis1949 Saint Louis1949 Print · USGSGreater St. Louis and its surrounding river valleys are captured here just after the war, showing the metropolitan core and the rural Ozark fringe. Researchers can trace the sprawling rail network of the Wabash RR or locate landmarks like Meramec Caverns Airport and Scott Air Force Base.2 unique versions available
- 1950 Map of Alton1950 Alton1950 Print · USGSAlton was a bustling river and rail hub at the mid-century, defined by its educational institutions and heavy river infrastructure. Trace the old campus of Western Military Academy, the riverfront at Lock and Dam No 26, and cemeteries like Confederate Cem.2 unique versions available
- 1954 Map of Alton, 1959 Print1954 Alton1959 Print · USGSMid-century Alton and Godfrey thrive as centers of education and industry along the Mississippi. Researchers can trace the grounds of Monticello College, locate the Confederate Cem, and follow the Gulf Mobile and Ohio rail lines.4 unique versions available
- 1955 Map of Alton, 1960 Print1955 Alton1960 Print · USGSThe industrial riverfronts and expanding rail corridors of the Metro East are captured here in the mid-fifties. Researchers can trace the development of Alton State Hospital, the grounds of Monticello College, and historic sites like Fort Bellefontaine.2 unique versions available
- 1962 Map of St. Louis1962 St. Louis1962 Print · USGSThe mid-century gateway to the west shows the metropolitan expansion of St Louis alongside its critical river confluences. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Missouri Pacific RR and settlements from Fulton to De Soto.
- 1963 Map of St. Louis, 1970 Print1963 St. Louis1970 Print · USGSSt. Louis and its surrounding river valleys are captured here during the peak of mid-century suburban expansion and industrial activity. Trace the historic rail routes of the Norfolk and Western Ry or locate the St Louis Ordnance Plant and early stretches of US Highway 66.4 unique versions available
- 1966 Map of St. Louis1966 St. Louis1966 Print · USGSThe St. Louis metropolitan area and its surrounding river valleys are captured here during the mid-sixties era of suburban growth and industrial strength. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of local communities through sites like Old Pioneer Cem, Parks College, and the Jefferson Barracks Military Reservation.
- 1985 Map of St Louis1985 St Louis1985 Print · USGSThe St. Louis metropolitan area and its river confluences are captured here during a period of significant suburban expansion in the 1980s. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of older neighborhoods and landmarks like Jefferson Barracks, Cahokia Mounds State Park, and Washington University.3 unique versions available
- 1994 Map of Alton1994 Alton1994 Print · USGSThe Mississippi riverfront near Alton and Godfrey comes into focus during the 1990s as a hub of commerce and education. Trace local history at the Confederate Cem, Ursuline Convent, or the Alton Lock and Dam No 26.
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