1900s (20th Century) Maps of Scott County, Iowa

Explore 62 historic maps of Scott County from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Scott County, IA maps

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  1. 1901 Map of Rock Island
    1901 Map of Rock Island
    1901 Rock Island
    1901 Print · USGS
    The eastern Iowa borderlands and the Mississippi River confluence thrive during the rail boom of the late nineteenth century. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous small settlements like Lost Nation, Grand Mound, and the vital U. S. Arsenal grounds.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1910 Map of Rock Island, 1949 Print
    1910 Map of Rock Island, 1949 Print
    1910 Rock Island
    1949 Print · USGS
    Eastern Iowa and the Illinois borderlands come alive in this late nineteenth-century survey of the river valleys and rail hubs. Genealogists and historians can trace old homesteads near Lost Nation, the early streets of Dewitt, and the sprawling U.S. Arsenal.

  3. 1912 Map of Milan
    1912 Map of Milan
    1912 Milan
    1912 Print · USGS
    The river confluence and burgeoning rail networks of Rock Island County are captured here just before the First World War. Researchers can trace the legacy of early industry and education through sites like the Coal Valley Mine, Blackhawk Watchtower, and Excelsior School.
    7 unique versions available

  4. 1916 Map of Edgington
    1916 Map of Edgington
    1916 Edgington
    1916 Print · USGS
    The river-and-rail corridor along the Mississippi border emerges in high detail during the early twentieth century. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural landscape through a dense network of country schools like Whiteoak School and New Era, alongside river features like Geneva Island.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1938 Map of Edgington, 1955 Print
    1938 Map of Edgington, 1955 Print
    1938 Edgington
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River corridor in the late thirties shows a landscape of active rail lines and riverfront industry. Genealogists can trace rural family roots through numerous local landmarks like Jimtown, White Eagle School, and Buffalo Center School.

  6. 1944 Map of Milan, 1958 Print
    1944 Map of Milan, 1958 Print
    1944 Milan
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Illinois-Iowa border comes alive in the 1940s, highlighting the industrial riverfronts and the rural interior of Rock Island and Mercer Counties. Trace family roots and local industry at the Coal Valley Mine, the US Arsenal, or the vanished schoolhouses like Doxie School.

  7. 1948 Map of Milan, 1955 Print
    1948 Map of Milan, 1955 Print
    1948 Milan
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Quad Cities area in the late 1940s reveals a landscape defined by the convergence of the Rock River and Mississippi River. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy sites like Chippiannock Cem, the County Sanitarium, and numerous country schools such as Tindall Sch.

  8. 1949 Map of Silvis
    1949 Map of Silvis
    1949 Silvis
    1949 Print · USGS
    The Illinois riverfront along the Mississippi at the close of the 1940s reveals a powerful hub of rail and industry. Genealogists and historians can trace institutional grounds like the East Moline State Hospital or find the early Miller Landing Field.

  9. 1949 Map of Davenport
    1949 Map of Davenport
    1949 Davenport
    1949 Print · USGS
    The Quad Cities area emerged from the war years as a vital rail and river hub along the Mississippi River. Researchers can trace the complex industrial layout of Rock Island, find local landmarks like Augustana College, and locate the National Cem on the arsenal island.

  10. 1949 Map of Port Byron, 1954 Print
    1949 Map of Port Byron, 1954 Print
    1949 Port Byron
    1954 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Mississippi and Rock Rivers defined the mid-century economy of these Illinois and Iowa river towns. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural school districts and family burial grounds including Leafy Bower Sch, Edwards Cem, and Zion Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  11. 1950 Map of Milan
    1950 Map of Milan
    1950 Milan
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Tri-Cities area comes alive in the mid-century as industrial centers like Rock Island and Moline expand across the river islands. Researchers can locate dozens of local landmarks, from Chippiannock Cem to rural outposts like Tindall School No 1.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1950 Map of Port Byron
    1950 Map of Port Byron
    1950 Port Byron
    1950 Print · USGS
    The Illinois-Iowa border along the Mississippi River thrives as a rail and river hub at the middle of the twentieth century. Local historians can trace family roots through numerous rural landmarks like Shake-Rag Sch, St Johns Cem, and Rapids City.

  13. 1952 Map of Cordova, 1953 Print
    1952 Map of Cordova, 1953 Print
    1952 Cordova
    1953 Print · USGS
    Rock Island County shoreline life is captured here in the early fifties, following the river as it winds past developing river towns. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Williams Sch, Fairfield Ch, and the Baker Cem.

  14. 1953 Map of Silvis, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Silvis, 1956 Print
    1953 Silvis
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Quad Cities area flourished in the early fifties as an industrial powerhouse along the Mississippi River. Genealogists and historians can trace the footprint of the East Moline State Hospital, several rural schools like Barr School, and the grounds of Fairview Cemetery.
    3 unique versions available

  15. 1953 Map of Davenport East, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Davenport East, 1956 Print
    1953 Davenport East
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Quad Cities are captured at a peak of mid-century growth, following the path of the Mississippi River and the bustling Rock Island Arsenal. Local historians can trace family roots at St Ambrose College or locate the former aviation hub at Cram Field.
    3 unique versions available

  16. 1953 Map of Milan, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Milan, 1956 Print
    1953 Milan
    1956 Print · USGS
    The Quad Cities area in the early fifties shows a landscape of river-driven industry and rapid post-war growth. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous named schools and cemeteries like Chippiannock Cemetery and the rural Pleasant Hill Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  17. 1953 Map of Port Byron, 1957 Print
    1953 Map of Port Byron, 1957 Print
    1953 Port Byron
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi and Rock Rivers converge in the 1950s, defining a landscape of active rail lines and riverfront towns. Researchers can trace historic family burial sites and rural schoolhouses like Yost Cemetery, Friedens Church, and Sycamore School.
    3 unique versions available

  18. 1953 Map of Cordova, 1957 Print
    1953 Map of Cordova, 1957 Print
    1953 Cordova
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River forms the heart of this mid-century borderland between Illinois and Iowa, where riverfront towns like Cordova and Princeton thrived. Researchers can pinpoint family-named landmarks such as Nowlin Cemetery, Scharff School, and Camp Hauberg.
    3 unique versions available

  19. 1953 Map of De Witt, 1957 Print
    1953 Map of De Witt, 1957 Print
    1953 De Witt
    1957 Print · USGS
    De Witt stood at a vital rail crossroads in the early fifties, where two major lines met amidst the fertile Iowa plains. Researchers can trace the transition of rural life through sites like Virginia School, Elmwood Cemetery, and Crystal Lake.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1953 Map of Eldridge, 1957 Print
    1953 Map of Eldridge, 1957 Print
    1953 Eldridge
    1957 Print · USGS
    Eldridge and Long Grove are captured in the early 1950s during a period of shifting rural infrastructure in Scott County. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Mt Joy Cemetery and schoolhouses such as Walnut Grove School or the Lone Tree School.
    3 unique versions available

  21. 1953 Map of Malone, 1957 Print
    1953 Map of Malone, 1957 Print
    1953 Malone
    1957 Print · USGS
    Clinton County’s rural landscape is captured here in the early fifties, showing a transition from traditional district schools to a more connected rail-and-river economy. Genealogists can locate family names at Pehlam Cemetery or trace the old Chicago and Northwestern line through Malone.
    2 unique versions available

  22. 1953 Map of Mc Causland, 1957 Print
    1953 Map of Mc Causland, 1957 Print
    1953 Mc Causland
    1957 Print · USGS
    In the mid-1950s, the rural border between Scott and Clinton counties remained a landscape of small schools and country churches. Genealogists can trace family roots at Fessler Cemetery or Mt Union Church and locate several country schoolhouses like Argo School.
    3 unique versions available

  23. 1953 Map of Donahue, 1958 Print
    1953 Map of Donahue, 1958 Print
    1953 Donahue
    1958 Print · USGS
    The rural landscape of Scott County is captured in the early fifties, showing a network of township schoolhouses and river settlements. Genealogists can trace family roots through sites like Allens Grove Cemetery, Maysville, and the Donahue School.
    3 unique versions available

  24. 1953 Map of Grand Mound, 1958 Print
    1953 Map of Grand Mound, 1958 Print
    1953 Grand Mound
    1958 Print · USGS
    Clinton County’s agricultural heartland is documented here in the early fifties, centered on the railroad town of Grand Mound. Researchers can trace rural landmarks from the WAPSIPINICON RIVER to local sites like Griebel School and Evergreen Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 1953 Map of Bennett, 1958 Print
    1953 Map of Bennett, 1958 Print
    1953 Bennett
    1958 Print · USGS
    Eastern Iowa farm country is captured here in the early fifties, showing the transition from rail-dependent commerce to a modern road network. Genealogists can locate several rural schoolhouses like Sunbury School and Center School, plus the Grain Elevator in Bennett.
    2 unique versions available

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