1980s Maps of Washington County, Iowa

Explore 7 historic maps of Washington County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — 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 Washington County's landscape evolved across the 1980s, 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 1980s, 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 Washington County's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.


Washington County, IA maps

(7)
  1. 1980 Map of Richland, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Richland, 1981 Print
    1980 Richland
    1981 Print · USGS
    Southeast Iowa in the early 1980s reveals a landscape of quiet agricultural towns and significant state park land. Researchers can trace family history through several rural burial grounds like Evergreen Cem or follow the rails of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific.

  2. 1980 Map of Brighton, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Brighton, 1981 Print
    1980 Brighton
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Skunk River valley at the start of the 1980s reveals a deeply rooted rural landscape straddling the Washington and Jefferson county line. Genealogists can trace family footprints through numerous local burial sites like Hillcrest Cem and Friends Cem or locate the Quarry and Old Railroad Grade that shaped the local economy.

  3. 1980 Map of Wayland, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Wayland, 1981 Print
    1980 Wayland
    1981 Print · USGS
    Life in the 1970s across the Washington and Henry county lines centered on the agricultural hubs of Wayland and Coppock during this era of field mapping. Researchers can trace family roots through several rural landmarks, including Schrock Cem, Eicher Emmanuel Ch, and the winding path of the Skunk River.

  4. 1981 Map of Crawfordsville
    1981 Map of Crawfordsville
    1981 Crawfordsville
    1981 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Iowa's agricultural heartland is captured here in the early eighties, centered on the communities of Crawfordsville and Noble. Researchers can trace old transportation routes along the Old Railroad Grade and locate several burial sites including Benson Cem and Asbury Cem.

  5. 1981 Map of Winfield North
    1981 Map of Winfield North
    1981 Winfield North
    1981 Print · USGS
    Winfield and the townships of Louisa and Henry counties are documented here in the early eighties. Local historians can trace the Old Railroad Grade and locate family burial sites at Covenantor Cem or Cambrian Cem.

  6. 1984 Map of Iowa City, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Iowa City, 1985 Print
    1984 Iowa City
    1985 Print · USGS
    Eastern Iowa in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of expanding university towns and river-fed conservation lands. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural networks connecting Iowa City to smaller outposts like West Branch, Solon, and Atalissa.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1984 Map of Muscatine, 1985 Print
    1984 Map of Muscatine, 1985 Print
    1984 Muscatine
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Mississippi River corridor and Iowa prairie meet in the 1980s, showcasing a landscape of river navigation and agricultural heartland. Genealogists and researchers can locate old schools and landmarks like Maharishi International University, Elm Grove Cem, and Lock & Dam No 16.
    2 unique versions available

End of results
Showing maps 1-7 of 7

Top cities of Washington County

See more

Frequently asked questions

  • What are the different types of historical maps available for Washington County?
  • What is the oldest map of Washington County?
  • Where can I purchase historical maps of Washington County for my home or office?
  • Where can I download high-res historical maps of Washington County?
  • Are there historical topographic maps available for Washington County?
  • Is there historical aerial imagery available for Washington County?
  • Where are historical maps of Washington County sourced from?