1970s Maps of Hockley County, Texas

Explore 8 historic maps of Hockley 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.

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Hockley County, TX maps

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  1. 1976 Map of Anton SW, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Anton SW, 1978 Print
    1976 Anton SW
    1978 Print · USGS
    The High Plains of West Texas are shown in the mid-1970s, characterized by vast agricultural grids and unique playa lake formations. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Anton and the smaller site at Bainer along the primary transportation corridor.

  2. 1976 Map of Wolfforth NW, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Wolfforth NW, 1978 Print
    1976 Wolfforth NW
    1978 Print · USGS
    Covers Hockley County, including United States, Texas, and other nearby areas

  3. 1976 Map of Wolfforth SE, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Wolfforth SE, 1978 Print
    1976 Wolfforth SE
    1978 Print · USGS
    Lubbock County agricultural and military life are preserved in this 1970s aerial survey. Trace the layout of the airfield at Reese Village and see the early development of Wolfforth amidst a patchwork of center-pivot irrigation fields.

  4. 1976 Map of Meadow NE, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Meadow NE, 1978 Print
    1976 Meadow NE
    1978 Print · USGS
    Agricultural patterns dominate the Lubbock County landscape in the mid-seventies, showing the precise grid of West Texas farming. Researchers can locate family operations like the Mc Nabb Farm Airport and trace the evolution of local irrigation systems.

  5. 1976 Map of Wolfforth NE, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Wolfforth NE, 1978 Print
    1976 Wolfforth NE
    1978 Print · USGS
    The High Plains of West Texas appear in detail in this mid-seventies orthophoto, showing the intensive agricultural grid near Lubbock. Researchers can trace the meandering path of Yellow House Draw as it cuts through a landscape defined by circular irrigation patterns and section lines.

  6. 1976 Map of Meadow NW, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Meadow NW, 1978 Print
    1976 Meadow NW
    1978 Print · USGS
    Hockley County agriculture is captured in great detail during the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of industrial farming and small-town life. Researchers can trace the street grid and rail siding of Ropesville alongside the distinct circular patterns of High Plains irrigation.

  7. 1976 Map of Anton SE, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Anton SE, 1978 Print
    1976 Anton SE
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Lubbock plains in the mid-1970s show a highly organized landscape of industrial agriculture and rural roads. Historians and researchers can locate the settlement of Roundup and trace the administrative COUNTY LINE through the meticulously gridded farmsteads.
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  8. 1976 Map of Wolfforth SW, 1978 Print
    1976 Map of Wolfforth SW, 1978 Print
    1976 Wolfforth SW
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Texas South Plains of Hockley County come into sharp focus during the mid-seventies, showing a landscape defined by intensive irrigation and grid-line agriculture. Researchers can trace the street plan of Smyer and examine the distinct circular patterns of center-pivot farming across the plains.

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