1950s Maps of Dade County, Missouri

Explore 18 historic maps of Dade County from the 1950s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1950s — 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 Dade County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Dade County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.


Dade County, MO maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Springfield
    1954 Map of Springfield
    1954 Springfield
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Missouri Ozarks are captured here during the post-war era, showing the expansion of Springfield and the surrounding river valleys. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Mount Comfort Cemetery and the Fort Leonard Wood military grounds.
    6 unique versions available

  2. 1954 Map of Joplin, 1967 Print
    1954 Map of Joplin, 1967 Print
    1954 Joplin
    1967 Print · USGS
    The tri-state border region of Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma is captured here during a peak era of mid-century industrial and agricultural activity. Researchers can trace family history through dozens of rural cemeteries or locate landmarks like the Kansas Army Ammunition Plant and Pittsburg State University.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1955 Map of Dadeville, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Dadeville, 1957 Print
    1955 Dadeville
    1957 Print · USGS
    Dade County and Polk County are captured in the mid-1950s as a landscape of river-bottom farms and small rural congregations. Researchers can trace the heritage of Dadeville and locate historic markers like Hulston Mill and Logan Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1956 Map of Ash Grove, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Ash Grove, 1957 Print
    1956 Ash Grove
    1957 Print · USGS
    Western Greene County in the mid-1950s is defined by the crossing of the St Louis San Francisco railroad and the winding Sac River. Genealogists can trace family footprints through sites like Hamilton Cem, Johns Chapel, and the established streets of Ash Grove.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1956 Map of Walnut Grove, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Walnut Grove, 1957 Print
    1956 Walnut Grove
    1957 Print · USGS
    Walnut Grove and the surrounding Missouri countryside are captured in the mid-fifties, during a time when rural life revolved around local churches and the railroad. Researchers can trace family roots at Green Lawn Cem, explore the old rail stop at Graydon Springs, or locate the Quarries at Phenix.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1956 Map of Kings Point, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Kings Point, 1957 Print
    1956 Kings Point
    1957 Print · USGS
    The rural borderlands of Dade and Lawrence counties come into focus during the mid-1950s. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early road networks connecting Meinert, Kings Point, and Round Grove, or locate the rural Salem Ch.

  7. 1956 Map of Greenfield, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Greenfield, 1957 Print
    1956 Greenfield
    1957 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Dade County centers on the busy trade hub of Greenfield as the rail-driven economy of South Greenfield takes shape to the south. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Wetzel Cem, Carr Chapel, and the historic crossing at Fiddlers Ford.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1956 Map of Lockwood, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Lockwood, 1957 Print
    1956 Lockwood
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Dade County prairie of the mid-fifties comes alive in this survey, showing the agricultural town of Lockwood and its rail connections. Genealogists can trace rural family landmarks like Mt Nebo Ch, Immanuel Cem, and the small settlement at Carson.

  9. 1956 Map of Bona, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Bona, 1957 Print
    1956 Bona
    1957 Print · USGS
    Near the middle of the twentieth century, this portion of Dade County remained a landscape of riverside bluffs and tight-knit rural communities. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous sites like Mt Carmel Ch, Fullington Cem, and Masters.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 1956 Map of South Greenfield, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of South Greenfield, 1957 Print
    1956 South Greenfield
    1957 Print · USGS
    The rural borderlands of Dade and Lawrence counties are shown here in the mid-fifties, centered on the railroad town of South Greenfield. Researchers can trace old family burial grounds like Daughtrey Cem and Merrick Cem or locate local landmarks like Dilday Mill and Carrico Caves.

  11. 1956 Map of Cedarville, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Cedarville, 1957 Print
    1956 Cedarville
    1957 Print · USGS
    The borderlands of Cedar and Dade counties are captured here in the mid-1950s, showing a landscape defined by small farmsteads and creek-side settlements. Local historians can trace family locations near Cedarville, Omer, and several rural burial grounds like Hickory Grove Cem.

  12. 1956 Map of Crisp, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Crisp, 1957 Print
    1956 Crisp
    1957 Print · USGS
    Across the Cedar and Dade county line in the mid-fifties, this landscape reveals a network of river-bottom farms and rural crossroads. Researchers can locate remote burial sites like Ball Mound Cem and early community centers such as Crisp and Seybert.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1956 Map of Aldrich, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Aldrich, 1957 Print
    1956 Aldrich
    1957 Print · USGS
    The river valleys of Polk and Dade Counties are shown here in the mid-1950s, centered on the Little Sac River. Local historians can trace a dense network of family landmarks and rural institutions, from Hubbard Cem to the Bear Creek Quarry.
    3 unique versions available

  14. 1956 Map of Everton, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Everton, 1957 Print
    1956 Everton
    1957 Print · USGS
    Everton and the surrounding Rock Prairie uplands are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the vital link between the St Louis San Francisco railroad and local agriculture. Researchers can trace rural life through sites like Hopewell Sch, Liberty Ch, and the Hood Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1958 Map of Springfield
    1958 Map of Springfield
    1958 Springfield
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Missouri Ozarks are captured during the mid-century era of growth, centered on the bustling hub of Springfield. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous landmarks like Ebenezer Church, Stockton Cem, and the various county courthouses.

  16. 1958 Map of Joplin
    1958 Map of Joplin
    1958 Joplin
    1958 Print · USGS
    The tri-state border region of Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma is shown during the late fifties, a time of heavy rail traffic and mining activity. Local historians can trace the industrial landscape through the Joplin & Pittsburg Ry or locate family sites like Zion Ch and Bender Mounds.

  17. 1959 Map of Joplin
    1959 Map of Joplin
    1959 Joplin
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Tri-State region’s mining and rail-driven economy is on full display in the late fifties. Genealogists can locate Lead and Zinc Mines near Joplin, family markers at Oak Hill Cem, and military history at Camp Clark.

  18. 1959 Map of Springfield
    1959 Map of Springfield
    1959 Springfield
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Missouri Ozarks are captured here during a decade of postwar growth and increasing highway connectivity. Researchers can trace the legacy of the St Louis-San Francisco RR and locate early sites in Springfield, Lebanon, and Mountain Grove.

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