Old Maps of Alvord, Iowa for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 5 historic maps of Alvord. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Alvord.


Alvord, IA maps

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  1. 1955 Map of Sioux Falls, 1967 Print
    1955 Map of Sioux Falls, 1967 Print
    1955 Sioux Falls
    1967 Print · USGS
    The eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota borderlands come alive in the mid-fifties, showing the vital rail-to-river connections of the era. Genealogists can trace family footprints across townships like Madison and Pipestone, while following the paths of the Big Sioux River and the Chicago and North Western line.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1958 Map of Sioux Falls
    1958 Map of Sioux Falls
    1958 Sioux Falls
    1958 Print · USGS
    The tri-state borderlands of South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa are captured here during the mid-century peak of the regional rail network. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Augustana Academy, the St Marys Cem, and the path of the Illinois Central through Rock Rapids.

  3. 1971 Map of Alvord, 1973 Print
    1971 Map of Alvord, 1973 Print
    1971 Alvord
    1973 Print · USGS
    The town of Alvord and the surrounding prairie townships are captured here in the early 1970s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family burial sites at St Marys Cem and Hillside Cem or follow the Burlington Northern rail corridor.

  4. 1985 Map of Rock Rapids
    1985 Map of Rock Rapids
    1985 Rock Rapids
    1985 Print · USGS
    The borderlands of South Dakota and Iowa come into focus in the mid-1980s, centered on the fertile valleys of the Big Sioux River. Genealogists and researchers can trace rural homesteads near Rock Rapids, find Dordt College in Sioux Center, or locate old burial sites like Grace Hill Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 2022 Map of Alvord, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Alvord, 2022 Print
    2022 Alvord
    2022 Print · USGS
    Northwestern Iowa farm country is captured in this modern survey of the plains surrounding the settlement of Alvord. Genealogists and local historians can locate family sites near Saint Marys Cem or trace the drainage of Mud Creek and the Rock River.

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