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Old Maps of Grayson County, Texas for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Grayson County with 76 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Grayson County has changed over the decades.

Grayson County, TX maps

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  1. 1901 Map of Denison
    1901 Map of Denison
    1901 Denison
    1901 Print · USGS
    The Red River valley in the final years of the Indian Territory era was a landscape of river crossings and rail expansion. Genealogists and historians can trace the early transit networks through Willis Ferry, Cedar Mills, and the Colbert Bridge.
    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 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
  10. 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
  13. 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
  16. 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
  19. 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
  22. 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
  25. 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
  28. 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
  31. 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.
  34. 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.
  37. 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
  40. 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
  43. 1961 Map of Gunter, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Gunter, 1963 Print
    1961 Gunter
    1963 Print · USGS
    This early 1960s survey of the North Texas prairies captures the border between Grayson and Collin counties as the rural landscape began its modern shift. Genealogists and local historians can locate several family burial grounds, including Smallwood Cem and Forbis Cem, and trace the path of the ST LOUIS SAN FRANCISCO railroad.
    2 unique versions available
  46. 1961 Map of Van Alstyne, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Van Alstyne, 1963 Print
    1961 Van Alstyne
    1963 Print · USGS
    Grayson and Collin counties are captured here in the early sixties as agricultural life and the railroad define the landscape. Genealogists can trace family names at Morris Cem and Baker Cem or locate the rural Sister Grove Ch along the winding prongs of the local creeks.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 1961 Map of Pilot Point, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Pilot Point, 1963 Print
    1961 Pilot Point
    1963 Print · USGS
    Denton and Grayson Counties are seen here in the early sixties, centered on the railroad corridor through the Texas prairie. Local historians can trace the foundations of Tioga and Pilot Point, locating sites like Gee High Sch, the Masonic Cem, and Tipton Chapel.
    3 unique versions available
  52. 1961 Map of Marilee, 1963 Print
    1961 Map of Marilee, 1963 Print
    1961 Marilee
    1963 Print · USGS
    The rural borderlands of Grayson, Denton, and Collin counties come into focus in the early sixties as the railroad era meets modern infrastructure. Trace the tracks of the St Louis San Francisco and Texas rail line through Marilee or locate local landmarks like Mt Carmel Ch and Gunter Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1964 Map of Pilot Grove, 1967 Print
    1964 Map of Pilot Grove, 1967 Print
    1964 Pilot Grove
    1967 Print · USGS
    Near the intersection of Grayson, Fannin, and Collin counties in the mid-1960s, this rural landscape centers on the Pilot Grove Creek forks. Researchers can trace family history through local landmarks like Worden Cem, Starks Chapel Ch, and the settlement of Pilot Grove.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1976 Map of Gordonville SE, 1979 Print
    1976 Map of Gordonville SE, 1979 Print
    1976 Gordonville SE
    1979 Print · USGS
    Grayson County shoreline and rural settlements are captured in high detail in the mid-1970s as the reservoir shaped the local landscape. Genealogists and researchers can trace the roads and properties surrounding Gordonville, Locust, and the Cedar Mills area.
  61. 1976 Map of Gordonville SW, 1979 Print
    1976 Map of Gordonville SW, 1979 Print
    1976 Gordonville SW
    1979 Print · USGS
    Grayson County, Texas, and the Oklahoma borderlands are revealed in this mid-seventies aerial survey. Genealogists and local historians can trace the exact locations of rural homesteads near Dexter, Sandusky, and Red Branch.
  64. 1976 Map of Gordonville NW, 1979 Print
    1976 Map of Gordonville NW, 1979 Print
    1976 Gordonville NW
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Red River borderlands and the western reaches of Lake Texoma are captured in this late-1970s aerial survey. Trace the rural settlements of Lebanon and Enville or study the intricate sandbars where the Red River enters Lake Texoma.
  67. 1980 Map of Achille, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Achille, 1981 Print
    1980 Achille
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Oklahoma-Texas borderlands in the early eighties come to life through this detailed survey of the Red River crossing. Researchers can locate family sites and rural landmarks like Colbert Cem, the Missouri Kansas Texas line, and Messengers Chapel.
  70. 1982 Map of Dexter, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Dexter, 1983 Print
    1982 Dexter
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Red River borderlands of North Texas show a landscape of rural communities and active oil fields in the early eighties. Genealogists and local historians can locate several historic burial sites like Shiloh Cem and Allison Cem alongside the settlement at Dexter.
    2 unique versions available
  73. 1982 Map of Ethel, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Ethel, 1983 Print
    1982 Ethel
    1983 Print · USGS
    Settled between oil fields and grazing lands in the early eighties, this Grayson County map shows a rural landscape in transition. Genealogists can locate family burial sites at Old Pioneer Cem and Macomb Cem near the hamlet of Ethel.
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