1990s Maps of Gaston County, North Carolina

Explore 14 historic maps of Gaston County from the 1990s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1990s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Gaston County, NC maps

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  1. 1991 Map of Gastonia
    1991 Map of Gastonia
    1991 Gastonia
    1991 Print · USGS
    The Piedmont region along the North Carolina and South Carolina border shows a bustling industrial and transit corridor in the early nineties. Researchers can trace the sprawling footprints of Gastonia and Shelby or explore the grounds of Kings Mountain National Military Park and Lake Wylie.

  2. 1993 Map of Mount Holly, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Mount Holly, 1996 Print
    1993 Mount Holly
    1996 Print · USGS
    Gaston County communities thrived along the river forks during the mid-nineties as suburban growth met long-standing textile and academic centers. Researchers can trace family roots at Mauney Cem, explore the campus of Belmont Abbey College, or locate the mills and works of McAdenville.

  3. 1993 Map of Bessemer City, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Bessemer City, 1996 Print
    1993 Bessemer City
    1996 Print · USGS
    Gaston and Cleveland counties are captured in the early nineties, showcasing the industrial growth of Bessemer City and its surrounding rural communities. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous country churches like Mt Pisgah Ch and Hephzibah Ch or locate the Rhynes Airfield and local mines.
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  4. 1993 Map of Lincolnton East, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Lincolnton East, 1996 Print
    1993 Lincolnton East
    1996 Print · USGS
    Eastern Lincoln County during the mid-1990s reveals a region transitioning from its textile and river-industrial roots toward modern suburban growth. Researchers can trace the development of Boger City and Iron Station, or locate family sites at Hollybrook Cem and Asbury Sch.

  5. 1993 Map of Lincolnton West, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Lincolnton West, 1996 Print
    1993 Lincolnton West
    1996 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County and the surrounding countryside appear in the early 1990s as the urban center of Lincolnton expands toward its rural neighbors. Trace family roots at Howards Creek Ch, explore the industrial history of Laboratory, or locate vanished landmarks like Bethphage Ch and Crouse.

  6. 1993 Map of Belmont, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Belmont, 1996 Print
    1993 Belmont
    1996 Print · USGS
    The Gaston County textile belt and the waters of the Catawba River are captured here in the early nineties. Researchers can find deep local roots at Sacred Heart College, Elmores Crossroads, and the many family-named cemeteries like Smith Cem.

  7. 1993 Map of Gastonia North, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Gastonia North, 1996 Print
    1993 Gastonia North
    1996 Print · USGS
    Gaston County enters a phase of modern expansion in the 1990s as the suburbs of Gastonia reach toward Dallas and Ranlo. Researchers can locate civic landmarks like the Schiele Museum and family plots in Hollywood Cem.

  8. 1993 Map of Mountain Island Lake, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Mountain Island Lake, 1996 Print
    1993 Mountain Island Lake
    1996 Print · USGS
    Mecklenburg County enters a period of significant growth in the 1990s as the suburbs of Charlotte reach toward the Catawba River. Researchers can trace rural roots at Shuffletown or find family history at Forest Lawn Cemetery and Riverbend Ch.

  9. 1993 Map of Kings Mountain, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Kings Mountain, 1996 Print
    1993 Kings Mountain
    1996 Print · USGS
    The North and South Carolina borderlands come alive in this early 1990s survey, showing the deep connection between the Piedmont landscape and its industrial and military history. Genealogists and researchers can locate family landmarks like Pisgah Cem and Trinity Ch alongside industrial sites such as the Mine Shaft near Henry Knob.

  10. 1993 Map of Lake Norman South, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Lake Norman South, 1996 Print
    1993 Lake Norman South
    1996 Print · USGS
    The Catawba River valley transitioned into a major recreation hub during the 1990s as suburban growth expanded near the Mecklenburg and Lincoln county lines. Genealogists can locate legacy sites like Ebenezer Cem and Marthas Chapel alongside newer landmarks like Ramsey Creek County Park.

  11. 1993 Map of Gastonia South, 1996 Print
    1993 Map of Gastonia South, 1996 Print
    1993 Gastonia South
    1996 Print · USGS
    The North and South Carolina borderlands come into focus in the mid-nineties as Gastonia expands southward. Genealogists and local historians can trace family landmarks like Olney Ch, Firestone Mem Cem, and the old Dismantled Railroad corridor.

  12. 1997 Map of Belmont, 1999 Print
    1997 Map of Belmont, 1999 Print
    1997 Belmont
    1999 Print · USGS
    Gaston and Mecklenburg counties are captured here in the late nineties as the river towns of Belmont and Cramerton expanded. Researchers can trace local heritage through numerous sites like Sacred Heart College, Elmores Crossroads, and the Mill Creek Cem.

  13. 1997 Map of Mountain Island Lake, 1999 Print
    1997 Map of Mountain Island Lake, 1999 Print
    1997 Mountain Island Lake
    1999 Print · USGS
    The Catawba River northwest of Charlotte appears here in the late nineties as a landscape defined by utility reservoirs and suburban growth. Researchers can trace family roots through numerous rural landmarks like Hopewell Ch, Riverbend Cem, and the old settlement of Shuffletown.

  14. 1997 Map of Kings Mountain, 2000 Print
    1997 Map of Kings Mountain, 2000 Print
    1997 Kings Mountain
    2000 Print · USGS
    The foothills and high ridges of the Piedmont come into focus in the late nineties as industrial activity and conservation efforts met along the border. Local researchers can find family landmarks like Pisgah Cem, the Trinity Ch, and the prominent rise of The Pinnacle.

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