1970s Maps of Independence, Iowa

Explore 3 historic maps of Independence from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Independence's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Independence's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.


Independence, IA maps

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  1. 1973 Map of Independence, 1977 Print
    1973 Map of Independence, 1977 Print
    1973 Independence
    1977 Print · USGS
    Independence and its surrounding townships are shown here in the mid-seventies as a bustling rail and river hub. You can trace the historic institutional grounds of the State Hospital or locate local landmarks like the Fairground and Oakwood Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1973 Map of Quasqueton, 1977 Print
    1973 Map of Quasqueton, 1977 Print
    1973 Quasqueton
    1977 Print · USGS
    Buchanan County's river valleys and rail corridors are captured here in the early 1970s as the river-based economy evolved. Researchers can trace land use around Quasqueton, locate the Pine Creek Mission Ch, and follow the Old RR Grade.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1976 Map of Dubuque
    1976 Map of Dubuque
    1976 Dubuque
    1976 Print · USGS
    The tri-state borderlands of Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois come alive during the mid-seventies, showing a region built on river commerce and mining. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Illinois Central railroad or locate heritage sites like the New Melleray Abbey Monastery and Backbone State Park.

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