1950s Maps of Grayson County, Texas

Explore 13 historic maps of Grayson 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 Grayson 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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Grayson County, TX maps

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  1. 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

  2. 1957 Map of Denison Dam, 1959 Print
    1957 Map of Denison Dam, 1959 Print
    1957 Denison Dam
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Texas-Oklahoma border comes alive in the late fifties as Denison Dam transforms the Red River valley. Genealogists and local historians can trace family roots through Fairview Cemetery, Layne Sch, and the rail stops of Colbert and Staley.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1958 Map of Durant, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Durant, 1959 Print
    1958 Durant
    1959 Print · USGS
    Southern Oklahoma and the Texas borderlands meet along the Red River in the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of rail-fed towns and river crossings. Genealogists can trace family roots through several landmarks like Rose Hill Cem, Lee Chapel, and the historic Old Indian Boundary Line.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1958 Map of Dorchester, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Dorchester, 1959 Print
    1958 Dorchester
    1959 Print · USGS
    Grayson County in the late fifties was a landscape of rail-connected farming communities and prairie creek beds. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the St Louis Southwestern railroad through Dorchester and identify old sites like Norman or Motor.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1958 Map of Gordonville, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Gordonville, 1959 Print
    1958 Gordonville
    1959 Print · USGS
    Grayson County and the Red River valley are shown here just after the mid-century, as the region adjusted to the presence of the reservoir. Genealogists can locate family sites like Mt Tabor Cem, Johnson Cem, and the rural community of Gordonville.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1958 Map of Whitesright, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Whitesright, 1959 Print
    1958 Whitesright
    1959 Print · USGS
    Grayson and Fannin Counties are captured here in the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of thriving rail-towns and quiet farming communities. Researchers can locate dozens of country burial sites and schools, from Sunnyside Cem to the Bethel Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1958 Map of Denison Dam, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Denison Dam, 1959 Print
    1958 Denison Dam
    1959 Print · USGS
    The Red River valley was transformed by the late fifties, as the sprawling waters of Lake Texoma redefined the Oklahoma-Texas border. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of this lakeside region through sites like Willow Springs Ch, the Old Colbert Bridge, and numerous family cemeteries.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1958 Map of Sherman NW, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Sherman NW, 1959 Print
    1958 Sherman NW
    1959 Print · USGS
    North Texas in the late fifties was a landscape of military aviation and emerging energy production. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Kersey Cem and Hagerman Ch alongside the sprawling Perrin Air Force Base.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1958 Map of Whitesboro, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Whitesboro, 1959 Print
    1958 Whitesboro
    1959 Print · USGS
    North Texas in the late fifties was a landscape of expanding oil fields and new reservoir shorelines. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-town development in Whitesboro and Collinsville, or locate family sites like Bones Chapel and Campbell Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  10. 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.

  11. 1958 Map of Sherman, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Sherman, 1959 Print
    1958 Sherman
    1959 Print · USGS
    Grayson County was a critical rail hub in the late fifties, dominated by the sprawling Perrin Air Force Base. Researchers can trace the lines of four major railroads and locate historic sites like Austin College, Luella Cem, and Hagerman Ch.

  12. 1958 Map of Sherman, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Sherman, 1959 Print
    1958 Sherman
    1959 Print · USGS
    Grayson County was a thriving rail and educational hub in the late fifties, dominated by the growing footprints of Sherman and Denison. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like Austin College, West Hill Cemetery, and rural outposts such as Dripping Springs Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1958 Map of Howe, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Howe, 1959 Print
    1958 Howe
    1959 Print · USGS
    Grayson County's agricultural and transit corridors are captured here in the late fifties. Researchers can trace the path of the St Louis-San Francisco and Southern Pacific Railroad and locate family burial sites like Akers Cem and White Mound Cem.
    3 unique versions available

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