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Old Maps of Cold Springs, North Carolina

Explore 15 old maps of Cold Springs, spanning from 1905 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Cold Springs, NC maps

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  1. 1905 Map of Morganton, 1941 Print
    1905 Map of Morganton, 1941 Print
    1905 Morganton
    1941 Print · USGS
    The foothills and high peaks of the Blue Ridge come alive in the early twentieth century, centered on the growing towns of Morganton and Lenoir. Genealogists and historians can trace the early rail corridor of the Southern Railway and locate vanished landmarks like Arneys Store and Rutherford College.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1953 Map of Charlotte, 1968 Print
    1953 Map of Charlotte, 1968 Print
    1953 Charlotte
    1968 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina Piedmont and South Carolina borderlands are shown in detail during a period of significant growth and reservoir development. Trace the rail corridors of the Southern Railway or find family roots in towns like China Grove, Misenheimer, and Lincolnton.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 1954 Map of Charlotte
    1954 Map of Charlotte
    1954 Charlotte
    1954 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina Piedmont in the mid-1950s shows a region of rapid growth and industrial expansion centered around Charlotte. Trace the era's infrastructure through the Southern railroad lines and locate significant landmarks like the Charlotte Naval Ammunition Depot and Lake Norman.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1956 Map of Chestnut Mtn., 1958 Print
    1956 Map of Chestnut Mtn., 1958 Print
    1956 Chestnut Mtn.
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Blue Ridge wilderness of Burke and Avery counties is captured here in the mid-1950s as a landscape of isolated mountain settlements and national forest. Researchers can locate family sites and historical landmarks like Kawana Cem, the community of Mortimer, and the Lookout Tower atop Chestnut Mtn.
    4 unique versions available
  13. 1956 Map of Linville Falls, 1962 Print
    1956 Map of Linville Falls, 1962 Print
    1956 Linville Falls
    1962 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina high country is captured here during the mid-fifties, centered on the steep descent of the Linville River. Genealogists and hikers can trace old mountain communities and landmarks like the South Mtn Institute, Linville Caverns, and Wise Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1960 Map of Charlotte
    1960 Map of Charlotte
    1960 Charlotte
    1960 Print · USGS
    Mid-century North Carolina and South Carolina meet in this 1960 survey of the Piedmont's industrial and textile heartland. Trace the growth of Charlotte alongside historic landmarks like Kings Mountain National Military Park and the Charlotte Naval Ammunition Depot.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1962 Map of Charlotte
    1962 Map of Charlotte
    1962 Charlotte
    1962 Print · USGS
    The North Carolina Piedmont in the early sixties showcases a landscape transformed by massive reservoirs and industrial growth. Researchers can trace the development of Lake Norman, locate the Charlotte Naval Ammunition Depot, or find family landmarks like Wesley Chapel and Brown & Norcott Mills.
  22. 1986 Map of Hickory
    1986 Map of Hickory
    1986 Hickory
    1986 Print · USGS
    Western North Carolina's foothills are seen here in the mid-eighties as textile and furniture towns flourished along the river. Trace the development of Hickory and Lenoir or locate local landmarks like Burke Chapel, Saw Mills, and Rhodhiss Lake.
    3 unique versions available
  25. 1993 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 1995 Print
    1993 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 1995 Print
    1993 Chestnut Mountain
    1995 Print · USGS
    The Pisgah National Forest at the meeting of Avery, Burke, and Caldwell counties shows its mid-century character on this revised sheet. Researchers can trace the layout of Mortimer near its Ranger Station, locate the Parks Cem, and follow the historic Old Way trail through the high ridges.
  28. 1994 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 1998 Print
    1994 Chestnut Mountain
    1998 Print · USGS
    The rugged highlands of the Blue Ridge come into focus in the 1990s as this area of the Pisgah National Forest balances wilderness and recreation. Genealogists and local historians can locate Kawana Cemetery, the settlement of Mortimer, and landmarks like Bandy Cove Mountain.
  31. 2011 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2011 Print
    2011 Chestnut Mountain
    2011 Print · USGS
    Covers Cold Springs, including Mortimer, Kawana, and other nearby areas
  34. 2013 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2013 Print
    2013 Chestnut Mountain
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Cold Springs, including Mortimer, Kawana, and other nearby areas
  37. 2016 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2016 Print
    2016 Chestnut Mountain
    2016 Print · USGS
    Covers Cold Springs, including Mortimer, Kawana, and other nearby areas
  40. 2019 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2019 Print
    2019 Chestnut Mountain
    2019 Print · USGS
    Covers Cold Springs, including Mortimer, Kawana, and other nearby areas
  43. 2022 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Chestnut Mountain, 2022 Print
    2022 Chestnut Mountain
    2022 Print · USGS
    The high ridges of the Blue Ridge where Avery, Burke, and Caldwell counties meet are captured here in the early 2020s. Researchers can locate the Parks Cem and trace the paths through Pisgah National Forest near Mortimer and Kawana.
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