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1960s Maps of Benton County, Iowa

Explore 20 historic maps of Benton County from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — 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 Benton County's landscape evolved across the 1960s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Benton County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.

Benton County, IA maps

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  1. 1961 Map of Dubuque
    1961 Map of Dubuque
    1961 Dubuque
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Tri-State region's river-and-rail landscape is captured here during the early sixties, showing the convergence of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Trace mid-century rail lines like the Chicago Great Western Ry and explore sites like the Savanna Ordnance Depot and Backbone State Park.
  4. 1961 Map of Davenport
    1961 Map of Davenport
    1961 Davenport
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Quad Cities and the eastern Iowa riverlands are captured here in the early sixties, showing the region's transition into a modern industrial and transit hub. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of major railroads and find river landmarks like Rock Island Arsenal, Huron Island, and the Coralville Reservoir.
  7. 1962 Map of Dubuque
    1962 Map of Dubuque
    1962 Dubuque
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Tri-State region's river-and-rail economy is captured here in the early sixties, centered on the Mississippi River bluffs. Genealogists and historians can locate Numerous lead and zinc mines, the New Melleray Abbey Monastery, and rural hubs like Saint Olaf.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1962 Map of Davenport
    1962 Map of Davenport
    1962 Davenport
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Quad Cities and the Mississippi River corridor are shown at their industrial peak just before the interstate era fully transformed the region. Researchers can trace the sprawling rail networks of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific and find landmarks like the Rock Island Arsenal and Wild Cat Den State Park.
  13. 1963 Map of Eagle Center, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Eagle Center, 1964 Print
    1963 Eagle Center
    1964 Print · USGS
    In the early 1960s, this agricultural region at the junction of Black Hawk and Tama counties maintained a network of small community centers. Genealogists can trace family footprints through sites like Township Cem, Geneseo Ch, and St Mary Sch.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1965 Map of Ladora, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Ladora, 1966 Print
    1965 Ladora
    1966 Print · USGS
    Iowa County is captured here in the mid-1960s, showing the agricultural heartland between the Iowa River and the local rail corridor. You can trace family history at Koszta Cem and Dayton Cem or locate the old Chicago Rock Island and Pacific line near Ladora.
  19. 1965 Map of Keystone South, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Keystone South, 1966 Print
    1965 Keystone South
    1966 Print · USGS
    Benton County agriculture and transit dominate the landscape in the mid-sixties, defined by the crossing of two major rail lines. Genealogists can trace family footprints through several burial sites like Holy Cross Cem, Lutheran Cem, and International Cem.
  22. 1965 Map of Marengo, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Marengo, 1966 Print
    1965 Marengo
    1966 Print · USGS
    Marengo and the surrounding Iowa County townships are captured in the mid-1960s as a thriving rail and river hub. Genealogists can locate family sites at Titus Cem, St Martins Ch, and Iowa Valley Sch along the river valley.
  25. 1965 Map of Blairstown, 1966 Print
    1965 Map of Blairstown, 1966 Print
    1965 Blairstown
    1966 Print · USGS
    Benton County agriculture and rail transit are captured here in the mid-1960s, centered on the hub of Blairstown. Researchers can trace the path of the Chicago and North Western railroad or locate family burial sites at Pleasant Hill Cem and Calvary Cem.
  28. 1968 Map of Belle Plaine, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Belle Plaine, 1970 Print
    1968 Belle Plaine
    1970 Print · USGS
    Benton and Tama counties appear here in the late sixties, centered on the rail hub of Belle Plaine and the Iowa River. Genealogists can locate several local burial sites including St Marys Cem, Irving Cem, and National Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 1968 Map of Hartwick, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Hartwick, 1970 Print
    1968 Hartwick
    1970 Print · USGS
    The rural landscape around Hartwick is shown in the late sixties, where the Iowa River meets the borders of several counties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at Union Cem or Holan Cem and locate an Old Railroad Grade through the northern hills.
  34. 1968 Map of Center Point, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Center Point, 1971 Print
    1968 Center Point
    1971 Print · USGS
    Center Point and Urbana are captured in the late sixties as the river-and-rail economy shaped this part of Linn County. Researchers can trace family history at McBroom Cem or follow the tracks of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1968 Map of Shellsburg, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Shellsburg, 1971 Print
    1968 Shellsburg
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Cedar River valley in the late sixties reveals a landscape of river-town commerce and rail connectivity. Genealogists can locate Strawn Cem, Lincoln Ch, and Spring Grove Cem alongside the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific line.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1968 Map of Fairfax, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Fairfax, 1971 Print
    1968 Fairfax
    1971 Print · USGS
    Linn and Benton Counties are shown in the late 1960s as a thriving rail and agricultural hub. Genealogists and local historians can trace several family-named burial grounds like Sisley Grove Cem or follow the path of the Chicago and North Western railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1968 Map of Center Point SW, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Center Point SW, 1971 Print
    1968 Center Point SW
    1971 Print · USGS
    Benton County farm country remains defined by its creeks and rail lines during the late sixties. Researchers can trace family roots through several rural landmarks, including the First Eden Cem, the Parkers Grove Ch, and the streets of Shellsburg.
  46. 1968 Map of Middle Amana, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Middle Amana, 1971 Print
    1968 Middle Amana
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Amana Colonies are captured here in the late sixties as they sit along the winding Iowa River and major rail lines. Researchers can trace the layout of traditional settlements like High Amana and Homestead alongside landmarks such as Maas Cem and Lily Pond.
  49. 1968 Map of Amana, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Amana, 1971 Print
    1968 Amana
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Amana Colonies and the Iowa River valley are captured here in the late sixties as the Coralville Reservoir defines the local landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace family landmarks like Hala Cem or explore rail hubs in Amana and Homestead.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1968 Map of Center Point NW, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Center Point NW, 1971 Print
    1968 Center Point NW
    1971 Print · USGS
    Benton County in the late sixties remains a landscape of river-bend recreation and traditional township centers. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through sites like Urbana, the County Home, and Kushing Cem.
  55. 1968 Map of Newhall, 1971 Print
    1968 Map of Newhall, 1971 Print
    1968 Newhall
    1971 Print · USGS
    Benton County agriculture and rail travel are captured here in the late sixties, centered on the hubs of Newhall and Norway. Researchers can locate family plots at St Patricks Cem and trace the paths of Prairie Creek and the Chicago and North Western railroad.
  58. 1969 Map of Des Moines
    1969 Map of Des Moines
    1969 Des Moines
    1969 Print · USGS
    Central Iowa's fertile plains and growing capital are captured here during the late sixties, a time of major highway expansion and reservoir construction. Genealogists and researchers can trace rural township boundaries, local cemeteries, and rail lines serving towns like Pella, Grinnell, and Oskaloosa.
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