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1950s Maps of Tyrrell County, North Carolina

Explore 20 historic maps of Tyrrell 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 Tyrrell 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 Tyrrell County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Tyrrell County, NC maps

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  1. 1951 Map of Fairfield, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Fairfield, 1953 Print
    1951 Fairfield
    1953 Print · USGS
    Hyde County’s unique intersection of coastal wetlands and reclaimed farmland is captured here in the early fifties. Genealogists and local historians can locate rural landmarks like Star Zion Zion Ch, the settlement at Carmur, and the infrastructure of the Intracoastal Waterway.
    4 unique versions available
  4. 1951 Map of New Lake SE, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of New Lake SE, 1953 Print
    1951 New Lake SE
    1953 Print · USGS
    Hyde County coastal wetlands and drainage projects are captured here in the early fifties, just as mid-century water management transformed the landscape. Researchers can trace the engineering of the Intracoastal Canal and find landmarks like Head Lake Island and the Florida Canal.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1953 Map of Norfolk, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Norfolk, 1954 Print
    1953 Norfolk
    1954 Print · USGS
    Coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina appear here during the post-war industrial boom, showing the critical rail-and-sea connections of Hampton Roads. Genealogists can trace family roots through rural landmarks like Gethsemane Ch, the Caledonia State Prison Farm, and the vast interior of the Dismal Swamp.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1953 Map of Fairfield NE, 1955 Print
    1953 Map of Fairfield NE, 1955 Print
    1953 Fairfield NE
    1955 Print · USGS
    Coastal Tyrrell County in the early fifties is defined by the winding Alligator River and its labyrinth of marshy points. Genealogists and local historians can trace the settlement at Gum Neck or locate specific waterfront access at Gum Neck Landing and Grapevine Landing.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1953 Map of Columbia East, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Columbia East, 1956 Print
    1953 Columbia East
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal Tyrrell County is captured here in the mid-1950s, showing a landscape defined by the Albemarle Sound and rural crossroads. Local historians can trace family roots through the placement of Malachi Chapel, Missionary Ch, and the small settlement at Soundside.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1953 Map of Scotia, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Scotia, 1956 Print
    1953 Scotia
    1956 Print · USGS
    Tyrrell County in the early 1950s shows a landscape of expansive wetlands and small rural outposts. You can trace the road network through Gum Neck, locate the Lookout Tower at Scotia, and follow the winding course of Juniper Creek.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1953 Map of East Lake, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of East Lake, 1956 Print
    1953 East Lake
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal Dare County in the early fifties shows a landscape of isolated shorelines and small water-bound communities. Trace family roots and local history through East Lake Landing, the ruins at Lake Neighborhood, and the Ferry crossing the Alligator River.
    3 unique versions available
  22. 1953 Map of Columbia West, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Columbia West, 1956 Print
    1953 Columbia West
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal Tyrrell County in the early fifties shows a landscape deeply tied to the waters of the Scuppernong River and Albemarle Sound. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near the New Jerusalem Ch and old landings like River Neck Landing or Simmons Landing.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1953 Map of Frying Pan, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Frying Pan, 1956 Print
    1953 Frying Pan
    1956 Print · USGS
    The swampy peninsulas and river inlets of Tyrrell County are captured here in the mid-1950s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Frying Pan, Free Union Ch, and the landings along the Alligator River.
    3 unique versions available
  28. 1953 Map of Fairfield NW, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Fairfield NW, 1956 Print
    1953 Fairfield NW
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina at the mid-century shows a landscape defined by the winding Alligator River and the rural settlements of the inner banks. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through landings and churches like Kilkenny Landing, Union Chapel, and Sawyer.
    3 unique versions available
  31. 1953 Map of Fort Landing, 1956 Print
    1953 Map of Fort Landing, 1956 Print
    1953 Fort Landing
    1956 Print · USGS
    Coastal Tyrrell County in the early fifties is a world of maritime landings and small marshland outposts. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through the many local landmarks, from Alligator Chapel and Goat Neck to the old Ferry Landing.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1953 Map of Rocky Mount, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Rocky Mount, 1964 Print
    1953 Rocky Mount
    1964 Print · USGS
    Eastern North Carolina in the mid-fifties is defined by its deep river basins and the vast wetlands of the Tidewater. Genealogists can trace family roots through hubs like Kinston and New Bern or explore the wilderness of Pettigrew State Park and Lake Mattamuskeet.
    4 unique versions available
  37. 1954 Map of Rocky Mount
    1954 Map of Rocky Mount
    1954 Rocky Mount
    1954 Print · USGS
    Eastern North Carolina is mapped in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of sounds, swamps, and steam-era rail lines. Genealogists can trace the rural road networks and rail spurs connecting towns like Tarboro, Greenville, and the remote Columbia.
  40. 1954 Map of Creswell, 1957 Print
    1954 Map of Creswell, 1957 Print
    1954 Creswell
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal North Carolina was defined by its water-management systems and small farming hamlets in the mid-1950s. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Woodley Chapel, St Marys Ch, and the community of Cherry.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1954 Map of Creswell SE, 1957 Print
    1954 Map of Creswell SE, 1957 Print
    1954 Creswell SE
    1957 Print · USGS
    Tyrrell and Washington counties in the mid-1950s show a landscape shaped by drainage and quiet rural settlement. Genealogists can trace family locations near Holly Grove Ch, Woodleys Chapel, and the isolated community of New Lands.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1954 Map of New Lake, 1957 Print
    1954 Map of New Lake, 1957 Print
    1954 New Lake
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Hyde and Tyrrell county line passed through a landscape of extensive drainage canals and coastal swamplands in the early 1950s. Genealogists and researchers can trace the historic New Lake Road past several ruins and along the Dunbar Canal.
    4 unique versions available
  49. 1954 Map of New Lake NW, 1957 Print
    1954 Map of New Lake NW, 1957 Print
    1954 New Lake NW
    1957 Print · USGS
    The swampy interior of Hyde and Washington counties is revealed in the mid-1950s as a landscape of vast drainage canals and wetlands. Genealogists and researchers can trace the intricate waterways of Huntinghouse Canal, Lake Canal, and the southern shores of Phelps Lake.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1954 Map of Leonards Point, 1957 Print
    1954 Map of Leonards Point, 1957 Print
    1954 Leonards Point
    1957 Print · USGS
    Coastal Washington County during the mid-1950s shows a landscape of expansive wetlands and small shoreline landings. Genealogists can trace family names at Piney Grove Ch or locate old community hubs like Davenport Forks and Pea Ridge.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1955 Map of Wanchese
    1955 Map of Wanchese
    1955 Wanchese
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Outer Banks and Dare County mainland are captured in the mid-1950s, showing the maritime isolation and early highway connections of the coast. Researchers can locate coastal landmarks like the Cape Hatteras Light, the remote settlement of Buffalo City, and fishing villages from Rodanthe to Ocracoke.
  58. 1957 Map of Manteo, 1967 Print
    1957 Map of Manteo, 1967 Print
    1957 Manteo
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Outer Banks and Albemarle Sound are captured in the late fifties as the national seashore and wildlife refuges were newly established. Trace the coastal villages from Manteo to Hatteras, and locate landmarks like the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Billy Mitchell field.
    3 unique versions available
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