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Old Maps of Floyd County, Iowa

Explore 100 old maps of Floyd County, spanning from 1954 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Floyd County, IA maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Mason City, 1967 Print
    1954 Map of Mason City, 1967 Print
    1954 Mason City
    1967 Print · USGS
    Southern Minnesota and northern Iowa are shown here at the height of the mid-century rail era, centered on the regional hubs of Mason City and Rochester. Researchers can trace the vanished paths of the Chicago Great Western and find local landmarks like Pilot Knob and Bear Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1954 Map of Waterloo, 1968 Print
    1954 Map of Waterloo, 1968 Print
    1954 Waterloo
    1968 Print · USGS
    Central Iowa at the height of its mid-century agricultural and rail boom features the growing hubs of Waterloo and Cedar Falls. Genealogists and researchers can trace the rail corridors of the Chicago Great Western and find local landmarks like Iowa State College and Brushy Ridge.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1955 Map of Waterloo
    1955 Map of Waterloo
    1955 Waterloo
    1955 Print · USGS
    Central Iowa in the mid-fifties presents a dense landscape of rail-connected farming towns and growing river cities. Researchers can trace ancestral roots and old transport routes through Waterloo, Marshalltown, and Ames, while locating rural Cemeteries and local Quarries.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1957 Map of Mason City
    1957 Map of Mason City
    1957 Mason City
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Minnesota-Iowa border region comes alive in this mid-century survey, from the industrial plants of Mason City to the medical hub of Rochester. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river economy through the Chicago Great Western Railway and the Shell Rock River.
  13. 1958 Map of Mason City
    1958 Map of Mason City
    1958 Mason City
    1958 Print · USGS
    Southern Minnesota and northern Iowa are shown during the mid-fifties when railroads still anchored the regional economy. Genealogists and historians can trace the intricate rail networks of the Illinois Central and find local landmarks in Mason City, Albert Lea, and Austin.
  16. 1959 Map of Mason City, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Mason City, 1961 Print
    1959 Mason City
    1961 Print · USGS
    North Central Iowa’s rail and river networks are captured here during the late fifties, centered on the bustling hub of Mason City. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural schools and cemeteries like Bath Sch No 9 and Rock Falls Cem alongside the industrial Claypits.
  19. 1959 Map of Nora Springs, 1966 Print
    1959 Map of Nora Springs, 1966 Print
    1959 Nora Springs
    1966 Print · USGS
    Nora Springs and the Shell Rock River valley are captured here in the late fifties at a peak of mid-century rail and river industry. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific rail lines, find Spring Grove Cem, or locate the Spotts Landing Field.
  22. 1959 Map of Mason City SE, 1966 Print
    1959 Map of Mason City SE, 1966 Print
    1959 Mason City SE
    1966 Print · USGS
    Cerro Gordo County in the late fifties shows a rural landscape defined by the winding Winnebago River and heavy rail corridors. Trace the paths of the Chicago and North Western railroad and landmarks like the Badlands and Big Gully.
  25. 1971 Map of Rockford, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Rockford, 1973 Print
    1971 Rockford
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Floyd County countryside comes into focus in the early 1970s, centered on the river junction at Rockford. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific or locate local landmarks like Riverside Cem and the Claypit.
  28. 1971 Map of Orchard, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Orchard, 1973 Print
    1971 Orchard
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Cedar River valley in North Iowa is captured here in the early 1970s, showing a landscape defined by riverside conservation and small-town rail commerce. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Illinois Central tracks near Orchard or trace family sites at Tucker Cem and St Johns Ch.
  31. 1971 Map of Rudd, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Rudd, 1973 Print
    1971 Rudd
    1973 Print · USGS
    The rail-and-river corridor between Nora Springs and Rudd is documented here during the early 1970s. Researchers can locate local landmarks like Eden Ch, Evergreen Cem, and industrial sites such as the Quarry along the Rock Creek valley.
  34. 1971 Map of Charles City, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Charles City, 1973 Print
    1971 Charles City
    1973 Print · USGS
    Charles City and the surrounding Floyd County countryside are captured here in the early seventies, centered on the winding Cedar River. Genealogists and local historians can locate St Mary's Church, find family plots in Oakwood Cemetery, and trace the path of the Illinois Central railroad.
  37. 1971 Map of Nashua NW, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Nashua NW, 1973 Print
    1971 Nashua NW
    1973 Print · USGS
    The rural borderlands of Floyd and Butler counties come into focus during the early 1970s, showing a landscape of family farms and creek valleys. Researchers can locate community anchors like Powersville and St Johns Ch, or trace the winding course of Flood Creek.
  40. 1971 Map of Bassett, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Bassett, 1973 Print
    1971 Bassett
    1973 Print · USGS
    Chickasaw and Floyd Counties are documented here in the early 1970s, showing the rural landscape as the river and rail lines shaped local industry. Genealogists and historians can locate the Cedar View Cem, the village of Bassett, and the grounds of Bunns Woods County Park.
  43. 1971 Map of Colwell, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Colwell, 1973 Print
    1971 Colwell
    1973 Print · USGS
    Upper Iowa farm country and the meeting of four counties are captured here in the early seventies as the rail era left its mark on the land. Genealogists and historians can trace the Old Grade Railroad, find St Cecilia Ch, and locate Beckwith Cem.
  46. 1971 Map of Floyd, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Floyd, 1973 Print
    1971 Floyd
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Little Cedar River valley in the early seventies shows a transition between traditional Iowa farmsteads and modern infrastructure. You can trace the path of the Illinois Central and an Old Railroad Grade past Floyd and Howardville Cem.
  49. 1971 Map of Nashua, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Nashua, 1973 Print
    1971 Nashua
    1973 Print · USGS
    Nashua and the Cedar River valleys are captured here in the early seventies, showing a landscape of small-town industry and riverfront recreation. Genealogists can locate Saint Michaels Cem and the famous Little Brown Church in the Vale, while researchers can trace the Illinois Central rail line.
  52. 1971 Map of Roseville, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Roseville, 1973 Print
    1971 Roseville
    1973 Print · USGS
    Roseville and the surrounding Floyd County townships are shown here in the early seventies during a period of established rail transit and rural growth. Genealogists and local historians can locate St Charles Cem, trace the Iowa Terminal railroad, and find the settlement of Oakwood.
  55. 1972 Map of Dougherty, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Dougherty, 1975 Print
    1972 Dougherty
    1975 Print · USGS
    North Iowa farm country at the start of the 1970s is defined by its rail connections and quiet township lines. Genealogists can locate family landmarks such as St Patricks Ch and West Fork Cem along the Chicago and North Western rail corridor.
  58. 1972 Map of Aureola, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Aureola, 1975 Print
    1972 Aureola
    1975 Print · USGS
    Northeast Iowa’s river valleys and rail lines define this 1970s landscape near the Floyd and Butler county line. Local historians can trace the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific line and find rural landmarks like Camp Winnebago and Aureola.
  61. 1972 Map of Greene, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Greene, 1975 Print
    1972 Greene
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Shell Rock River valley in the early 1970s shows a landscape of steady rail commerce and established riverside towns. Researchers can locate local landmarks like Hillside Cem, trace the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific line, and see the layout of Marble Rock.
  64. 1984 Map of Waverly, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Waverly, 1985 Print
    1984 Waverly
    1985 Print · USGS
    Northeast Iowa in the mid-eighties shows a robust network of river towns and rail corridors connecting agricultural centers. Researchers can trace family sites near Garden of Memories Cem or follow the Chicago and North Western line through Janesville and Waverly.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 1984 Map of Iowa Falls, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Iowa Falls, 1985 Print
    1984 Iowa Falls
    1985 Print · USGS
    North-central Iowa is documented here during the mid-eighties, showing a landscape of traditional rail towns and extensive wildlife management areas. Researchers can trace family history through settlements like Belmond, Dows, and Ackley, or locate landmarks like Beeds Lake State Park.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1985 Map of Mason City
    1985 Map of Mason City
    1985 Mason City
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Northern Iowa and Southern Minnesota borderlands are captured here in the mid-eighties, showing a region defined by agricultural drainage and rail heritage. Genealogists and historians can trace the grid of rural townships and find local landmarks like Pilot Knob State Park, Nora Springs, and Clear Lake State Park.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1985 Map of Charles City
    1985 Map of Charles City
    1985 Charles City
    1985 Print · USGS
    Northern Iowa and the Minnesota borderlands are mapped here in the mid-1980s as a thriving network of rail-side towns and river valleys. Trace local history through the Reilly Settlement, Stacyville Junction, and aviation sites like Ellen Church Field.
    2 unique versions available
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