1970s Maps of Lincoln County, North Carolina

Explore 13 historic maps of Lincoln County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Lincoln County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, 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 Lincoln County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.


Lincoln County, NC maps

(13)
  1. 1970 Map of Banoak, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Banoak, 1972 Print
    1970 Banoak
    1972 Print · USGS
    Catawba and Lincoln counties are shown here in the early seventies, a landscape of rolling Piedmont ridges and family farms. Researchers can trace local heritage through dozens of country landmarks like Cat Square, Hulls Crossroads, and the North Brook Sch No 3.

  2. 1970 Map of Lake Norman South, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Lake Norman South, 1972 Print
    1970 Lake Norman South
    1972 Print · USGS
    Mecklenburg County enters the seventies as a newly created lakeside community following the damming of the Catawba River. Genealogists and historians can trace the local landscape through landmarks like Triangle Sch, the Seaboard Coast Line rail, and Allison Ferry.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1970 Map of Lincolnton East, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Lincolnton East, 1972 Print
    1970 Lincolnton East
    1972 Print · USGS
    Eastern Lincoln County at the start of the 1970s shows a landscape of textile towns and busy rail corridors. Researchers can trace family roots through City Memorial Gardens, locate old neighborhood schools like Asbury Sch, or map the industrial reach of the SOUTHERN railroad.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1970 Map of Maiden, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Maiden, 1972 Print
    1970 Maiden
    1972 Print · USGS
    Maiden and its surrounding Catawba County countryside appear in the early seventies as a thriving rail-centered community. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through numerous landmarks like Ivey Memorial Ch, Pumpkin Center, and the Providence Mill.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1970 Map of Lowesville, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Lowesville, 1972 Print
    1970 Lowesville
    1972 Print · USGS
    The rural landscape of Lincoln and Gaston Counties is captured here in the early seventies, just as modern infrastructure began to weave through established farming communities. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Tuckers Grove Ch Cem, Keever Cem, and the old rail stop at Alexis.

  6. 1970 Map of Lake Norman North, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Lake Norman North, 1972 Print
    1970 Lake Norman North
    1972 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of Lake Norman are shown just years after the reservoir's creation, where you can trace the flooded Catawba River valley. Genealogists will find Webbs Chapel, Motto Grove Church, and the Brawley School.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1970 Map of Denver, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Denver, 1973 Print
    1970 Denver
    1973 Print · USGS
    The western Piedmont near the Catawba and Lincoln county line comes alive in the early 1970s, showing a landscape of traditional crossroads and rising lake waters. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Rock Springs Sch, Drums Crossroads, and Pooles Chapel.

  8. 1970 Map of Reepsville, 1973 Print
    1970 Map of Reepsville, 1973 Print
    1970 Reepsville
    1973 Print · USGS
    Catawba and Lincoln Counties appear here in the early seventies, showing a landscape of established rural communities and winding Piedmont waterways. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous sites like Wesleyan Chapel, Union Sch, and the settlement of Reepsville.

  9. 1973 Map of Cherryville, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Cherryville, 1976 Print
    1973 Cherryville
    1976 Print · USGS
    The foothills of the North Carolina Piedmont come alive in this early 1970s survey of the tri-county border region. Genealogists and historians can trace the rural landscape through family-named landmarks like Beam Mill, local schools such as North Brook Sch No 2, and churches like Indian Creek Ch.

  10. 1973 Map of Lincolnton West, 1976 Print
    1973 Map of Lincolnton West, 1976 Print
    1973 Lincolnton West
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Piedmont landscape of the mid-1970s comes to life here, centered on the historic textile and rail hub of Lincolnton. Genealogists can trace local landmarks like Bethphage Ch, Love Memorial Sch, and the riverside community of Laboratory.

  11. 1976 Map of Lincolnton West, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Lincolnton West, 1978 Print
    1976 Lincolnton West
    1978 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County is shown in the mid-seventies through detailed aerial imagery that captures the era's rural and industrial patterns. Genealogists and historians can trace the precise footprints of Lincolnton, Laboratory, and Crouse as they appeared decades ago.

  12. 1976 Map of Denver, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Denver, 1978 Print
    1976 Denver
    1978 Print · USGS
    Eastern Lincoln County is shown in the mid-seventies just as the landscape around the Catawba began to shift. Genealogists and local researchers can trace old family-named junctions like Drums Crossroads, Olivers Crossroads, and Killian Crossroads.

  13. 1976 Map of Cherryville, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Cherryville, 1978 Print
    1976 Cherryville
    1978 Print · USGS
    Cherryville and the surrounding Piedmont farmlands are captured in this mid-1970s aerial survey just as rural development began to accelerate. Researchers can identify precise property lines and land use patterns near Cherryville, Fallston, and Baker Crossroads.

End of results
Showing maps 1-13 of 13

Top cities of Lincoln County


Frequently asked questions

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