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Old Maps of Lucas, Iowa for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 12 historic maps of Lucas. 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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Lucas, IA maps

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  1. 1918 Map of Chariton
    1918 Map of Chariton
    1918 Chariton
    1918 Print · USGS
    Chariton and its neighboring townships thrive as a rail-connected agricultural hub during the late First World War era. Trace family roots at Chariton or locate rural landmarks like Indianola Junction and the Horstman School.
    4 unique versions available
  4. 1954 Map of Des Moines, 1973 Print
    1954 Map of Des Moines, 1973 Print
    1954 Des Moines
    1973 Print · USGS
    Central Iowa's evolving landscape is captured here in the early seventies, just as major reservoirs were reshaping the river valleys. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Burlington Northern or locate family roots near Pella, Indianola, and Knoxville.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1956 Map of Des Moines
    1956 Map of Des Moines
    1956 Des Moines
    1956 Print · USGS
    Central Iowa in the mid-fifties shows a landscape defined by bustling rail hubs and deep-rooted agricultural research. Genealogists and researchers can trace the growth of Des Moines and Ames, locate the Sac and Fox Indian Reservation, or study the paths of the Skunk River and South Skunk River.
  10. 1957 Map of Des Moines
    1957 Map of Des Moines
    1957 Des Moines
    1957 Print · USGS
    Central Iowa's post-war landscape is defined here by the converging rail lines and river valleys that shaped its earliest settlements. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Rock Island Railroad and locate community landmarks in Des Moines, Ames, and Newton.
  13. 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.
  16. 1982 Map of Lucas, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Lucas, 1983 Print
    1982 Lucas
    1983 Print · USGS
    Southern Iowa's rail and timber landscape comes to life in the early 1980s as the Burlington Northern line cuts through the heart of Lucas. Researchers can trace old family burial sites like Rose Hill Cem and Grimes Cem or explore the wooded reaches of Stephens State Forest.
  19. 1984 Map of Indianola
    1984 Map of Indianola
    1984 Indianola
    1984 Print · USGS
    South-central Iowa in the mid-1980s reveals a patchwork of established rail hubs and significant new conservation areas. Trace the Chicago and North Western rail lines and explore rural landmarks like Lake Ahquabi State Park or the Strip Mine near Knoxville.
  22. 2010 Map of Lucas, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Lucas, 2010 Print
    2010 Lucas
    2010 Print · USGS
    Covers Lucas, including Norwood, Lucas County, and other nearby areas
  25. 2013 Map of Lucas, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Lucas, 2013 Print
    2013 Lucas
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Lucas, including Norwood, Lucas County, and other nearby areas
  28. 2015 Map of Lucas, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Lucas, 2015 Print
    2015 Lucas
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Lucas, including Norwood, Lucas County, and other nearby areas
  31. 2018 Map of Lucas, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Lucas, 2018 Print
    2018 Lucas
    2018 Print · USGS
    Covers Lucas, including Norwood, Lucas County, and other nearby areas
  34. 2022 Map of Lucas, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Lucas, 2022 Print
    2022 Lucas
    2022 Print · USGS
    This part of Lucas County is defined by the woodland conservation of the Stephens Forest - Lucas Unit and the winding course of White Breast Creek. Researchers can trace early family ties at numerous burial grounds, including the Wells Pioneer Cem, Fry Hill Cem, and Brinegar Cem.
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