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1950s Maps of Dallas, Texas

Explore 25 historic maps of Dallas 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 Dallas's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, 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.
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Start exploring Dallas's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Dallas, TX maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Dallas, 1963 Print
    1954 Map of Dallas, 1963 Print
    1954 Dallas
    1963 Print · USGS
    North Texas in the mid-fifties and early sixties reveals a landscape of rapid urban growth and water management. Genealogists and historians can trace the evolution of the metroplex through landmarks like Hensley Field, Boles Orphan Home, and the Texas & Pacific RR.
    4 unique versions available
  4. 1954 Map of Sherman, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Sherman, 1964 Print
    1954 Sherman
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Red River valley and North Texas plains are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the region as new reservoirs like Lake Texoma and Lavon Reservoir reshaped the land. Genealogists can trace family roots through specific local landmarks like Courtney P O, Pilot Grove Sch, and New Hope Ch.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 1957 Map of White Rock Lake, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of White Rock Lake, 1959 Print
    1957 White Rock Lake
    1959 Print · USGS
    East Dallas and the surrounding suburban reaches are shown in this late fifties survey as the urban grid expands toward White Rock Lake. Genealogists and local historians can trace the early footprints of Reinhardt, the grounds of the Buckner Orphans Home, and regional hubs like White Rock Airport.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1958 Map of Dallas
    1958 Map of Dallas
    1958 Dallas
    1958 Print · USGS
    North Texas in the late fifties shows the dramatic expansion of the Metroplex as it absorbs surrounding farm towns. Genealogists and historians can trace old rail lines like the Missouri-Kansas-Texas and locate early lakefront developments at Eagle Mountain Lake and Lake Worth Village.
  13. 1958 Map of Hutchins, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Hutchins, 1959 Print
    1958 Hutchins
    1959 Print · USGS
    Southeast Dallas and the Trinity River valley are captured here in the late fifties as suburban expansion begins to reach into the river-bottom sporting clubs. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like the Morning School, Carver Cemetery, and the Hutchins Boys Industrial School.
    5 unique versions available
  16. 1958 Map of Sherman, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Sherman, 1959 Print
    1958 Sherman
    1959 Print · USGS
    North Texas and Southern Oklahoma were undergoing significant development in the late fifties as the Red River Valley transit networks matured. Researchers can trace historic family-named locations such as Saddler Bend, the grounds of Perrin AFB, and early shoreline developments at Lake Texoma.
  19. 1958 Map of Oak Cliff, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Oak Cliff, 1959 Print
    1958 Oak Cliff
    1959 Print · USGS
    In the late 1950s, Oak Cliff and South Dallas were undergoing rapid suburbanization around the Trinity River bottomlands. Researchers can trace mid-century institutional growth at the Veterans Hospital or locate historic family plots at Lisbon Cem and Wheatland Cem.
    5 unique versions available
  22. 1958 Map of Dallas, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Dallas, 1959 Print
    1958 Dallas
    1959 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Dallas is seen here at a peak of expansion, as new turnpikes and expressways began to encircle the historic core. Local historians can trace the foundations of the city through landmarks like Fair Park, Love Field, and the Cotton Bowl.
    7 unique versions available
  25. 1958 Map of White Rock Lake, 1974 Print
    1958 Map of White Rock Lake, 1974 Print
    1958 White Rock Lake
    1974 Print · USGS
    East Dallas and the surrounding suburban reaches are shown here during a mid-century period of intense residential growth. Researchers can trace the development of local schools like Adams High Sch, find the Buckner Orphans Home, or locate the former sites of White Rock Airport and Garland Airport.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1959 Map of Lancaster, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Lancaster, 1960 Print
    1959 Lancaster
    1960 Print · USGS
    Southern Dallas County and northern Ellis County are shown here in the late fifties, as traditional farming communities began to expand. You can locate family history at Rawlins Cem, trace the Missouri Kansas Texas Railroad corridor, and find old landmarks like Camp Pinkston or Beckley City Chapel.
    5 unique versions available
  31. 1959 Map of Mesquite, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Mesquite, 1960 Print
    1959 Mesquite
    1960 Print · USGS
    Mesquite and Sunnyvale are documented during a period of rapid suburbanization as residential grids began to meet rural bottomlands. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Macedonia Ch, Tripp, and the Florence Black Sch.
    4 unique versions available
  34. 1959 Map of Garland, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Garland, 1960 Print
    1959 Garland
    1960 Print · USGS
    Northeast Dallas County is shown here in the late fifties, just as the postwar suburban boom began to reshape the countryside. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Blewett Cem and early communities such as Audelia and Shiloh.
    5 unique versions available
  37. 1959 Map of Seagoville, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Seagoville, 1960 Print
    1959 Seagoville
    1960 Print · USGS
    Southeast of Dallas in the late fifties, this area shows the growth of Seagoville and Balch Springs near the East Fork Trinity River. Genealogists can locate several family burial grounds like Potter Cem and community landmarks such as the Seagoville Federal Correctional Institution.
    4 unique versions available
  40. 1959 Map of Irving, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Irving, 1960 Print
    1959 Irving
    1960 Print · USGS
    Irving was rapidly transforming from a rural Dallas County landscape into a bustling suburban and industrial hub in the late fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of the University of Dallas, locate the Sowers Cem, and find the Jap Lee Airstrip.
    5 unique versions available
  43. 1959 Map of Addison, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Addison, 1960 Print
    1959 Addison
    1960 Print · USGS
    The northern fringes of Dallas were transforming from rural farmsteads to suburban hubs during the late fifties. Genealogists and historians can trace the growth of local institutions like Ursuline Academy, the Addison Sch, and the historic White Rock Cem.
    6 unique versions available
  46. 1959 Map of Cedar Hill, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Cedar Hill, 1960 Print
    1959 Cedar Hill
    1960 Print · USGS
    During the late fifties, the Dallas and Ellis county line remained a mix of rural encampments and developing suburbs like Cedar Hill and De Soto. Researchers can trace old family sites at Rhodes Cemetery or find historic community hubs like Shiloh Cemetery and the True Vine Church.
    6 unique versions available
  49. 1959 Map of Ferris, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Ferris, 1960 Print
    1959 Ferris
    1960 Print · USGS
    The northern Ellis County borderlands and southern Dallas County come alive in the late fifties, showing the rail-centered growth of Ferris and Wilmer. Researchers can trace old family sites near Bluff Springs Cemetery or the Dunbar High School.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1959 Map of Carrollton, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Carrollton, 1960 Print
    1959 Carrollton
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Dallas-Denton county line area was transitioning from rural ranching to suburban centers in the late fifties. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks like the Perry Cem, Bethel Ch, and the grounds of the Hackberry Ranch.
    8 unique versions available
  55. 1959 Map of Britton, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Britton, 1960 Print
    1959 Britton
    1960 Print · USGS
    North Texas farm and rail country comes into focus in the late fifties at the junction of Tarrant, Dallas, and Ellis counties. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like Pleasant Valley Cem, St Paul Ch, and the rail junction at Britton.
    6 unique versions available
  58. 1959 Map of Rowlett, 1960 Print
    1959 Map of Rowlett, 1960 Print
    1959 Rowlett
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Rowlett and Garland area of North Texas is captured here in the late fifties, showcasing a rural landscape before its rapid suburban transformation. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Watson Sch, McShan Cem, and the settlement of Dalrock.
    6 unique versions available
  61. 1959 Map of Duncanville, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Duncanville, 1961 Print
    1959 Duncanville
    1961 Print · USGS
    Dallas and Duncanville are captured here during a transitional era of military aviation and early suburban growth. Researchers can trace family sites at Trees Cem, explore the Dallas Naval Air Station, or locate the Camp Wisdom grounds.
    6 unique versions available
  64. 1959 Map of Arlington, 1961 Print
    1959 Map of Arlington, 1961 Print
    1959 Arlington
    1961 Print · USGS
    Arlington and Mansfield are caught in a moment of post-war transformation as the suburbs of North Texas begin to bloom. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Rehoboth Cem, study the footprint of Arlington State College, or locate vanished landmarks like Lucas Airport.
  67. 1959 Map of Seagoville, 1962 Print
    1959 Map of Seagoville, 1962 Print
    1959 Seagoville
    1962 Print · USGS
    Southeast of Dallas in the late fifties, the Trinity River valley served as a busy corridor of railroads and growing townships. Trace family roots at Sand Branch Cem, locate the Hutchins Boys Industrial Sch, and explore the winding Parsons Slough.
  70. 1959 Map of Garland, 1963 Print
    1959 Map of Garland, 1963 Print
    1959 Garland
    1963 Print · USGS
    Eastern Dallas County is captured in the late fifties as small towns begin to merge into a growing suburban landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace local family roots at Blewett Cem and see the early footprints of Richardson, Sunnyvale, and the White Rock Airport.
  73. 1959 Map of Carrollton, 1963 Print
    1959 Map of Carrollton, 1963 Print
    1959 Carrollton
    1963 Print · USGS
    North Dallas and its surrounding suburbs are captured during a period of massive suburban growth in the late fifties. Genealogists can trace family sites near Trinity Mills, while researchers can locate mid-century landmarks like Love Field Municipal Airport and Calvary Hill Cemetery.
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