1960s Maps of Jefferson County, New York

Explore 10 historic maps of Jefferson County from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — 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 Jefferson County's landscape evolved across the 1960s, 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 1960s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Jefferson County's history through authentic maps from the 1960s. This is your window into the past.


Jefferson County, NY maps

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  1. 1960 Map of Rochester
    1960 Map of Rochester
    1960 Rochester
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Lake Ontario shoreline in the late fifties was a bustling corridor of rail and water commerce. Genealogists and historians can trace the path of the New York Central through canal towns like Newark or explore the coastal landmarks around Sackets Harbor.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1960 Map of Worth Center, 1962 Print
    1960 Map of Worth Center, 1962 Print
    1960 Worth Center
    1962 Print · USGS
    The Tug Hill region in the early sixties is shown as a densely forested landscape of state-managed lands and branching river systems. Researchers can trace the rural layout of Worth Center, the remote Littlejohn settlement, and the network of waters feeding the Mad River.
    4 unique versions available

  3. 1961 Map of Ogdensburg
    1961 Map of Ogdensburg
    1961 Ogdensburg
    1961 Print · USGS
    The St. Lawrence valley and the Adirondack high country meet in this early sixties survey during a peak era for rail and river commerce. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the New York Central railroad through remote settlements like Wanakena, Conifer, and Piercefield.

  4. 1961 Map of Natural Dam, 1964 Print
    1961 Map of Natural Dam, 1964 Print
    1961 Natural Dam
    1964 Print · USGS
    St. Lawrence County in the early 1960s is defined by the winding Oswegatchie River and its riverside hamlets. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named roads and remote settlements like Wegatchie, Little Bow, and the rail-stop at Spragueville.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1961 Map of Muskellunge Lake, 1964 Print
    1961 Map of Muskellunge Lake, 1964 Print
    1961 Muskellunge Lake
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Jefferson County lake country appears in great detail in the early sixties, showing the intricate relationship between the Indian River and its surrounding glaciated terrain. Trace local history through the crossroad settlements of Oxbow, Rogers, and Chapel Corners.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1961 Map of Rochester, 1973 Print
    1961 Map of Rochester, 1973 Print
    1961 Rochester
    1973 Print · USGS
    The Lake Ontario shoreline and Finger Lakes frontier are shown here at the height of the mid-century infrastructure boom. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail-and-road evolution from Sackets Harbor down to the New York State Thruway, passing through centers like Pulaski and Adams Center.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1962 Map of Utica
    1962 Map of Utica
    1962 Utica
    1962 Print · USGS
    Central New York and the Adirondack wilderness are captured here during the mid-century era of highway and industrial expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of the New York State Thruway and local rail lines connecting Utica, Rome, and Gloversville.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1964 Map of Utica
    1964 Map of Utica
    1964 Utica
    1964 Print · USGS
    Central New York and the high wilderness of the Adirondacks are captured here during the post-war era of infrastructure expansion. Researchers can trace the development of the New York State Thruway alongside historic corridors like the Oneida Lake (Barge Canal Route) and the N. Y. Central railroad.

  9. 1965 Map of Rochester
    1965 Map of Rochester
    1965 Rochester
    1965 Print · USGS
    Upstate New York's industrial heartland is captured here during a period of significant growth between the Great Lakes and the Finger Lakes. Genealogists and historians can trace the evolution of canal towns and rail hubs from Rochester to Syracuse, noting features like the Erie Canal and the New York State Thruway.

  10. 1967 Map of Utica
    1967 Map of Utica
    1967 Utica
    1967 Print · USGS
    Central New York's industrial Mohawk Valley meets the Adirondack wilderness in the 1960s, showing the region's transition from manufacturing hubs to state-managed parklands. Trace historic settlements and sites like Griffiss Air Force Base, Colgate University, and the Lyons Falls Paper Mill.

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