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Old Maps of Dawson, Texas for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 9 historic maps of Dawson. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Dawson, TX maps

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  1. 1954 Map of Waco, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Waco, 1964 Print
    1954 Waco
    1964 Print · USGS
    Central Texas during the mid-fifties shows a landscape defined by the expansion of Fort Hood Military Reservation and the Brazos river system. Trace the rail lines and early airfields like James Connally Air Force Base and settlements like Temple or McGregor.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1955 Map of Waco
    1955 Map of Waco
    1955 Waco
    1955 Print · USGS
    Central Texas at the peak of the Cold War reveals a landscape defined by military expansion and major water projects. Researchers can trace the footprints of Fort Hood, the waters of Lake Waco, and regional hubs like Temple or Mexia.
  7. 1956 Map of Dawson, 1957 Print
    1956 Map of Dawson, 1957 Print
    1956 Dawson
    1957 Print · USGS
    The crossroads of Dawson and its surrounding prairie communities are captured here in the mid-fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the St Louis Southwestern rail line or locate the Spring Hill Cem and the Battle Creek Burial Ground Historical Marker.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1985 Map of Mexia
    1985 Map of Mexia
    1985 Mexia
    1985 Print · USGS
    Limestone and Freestone counties are shown in the mid-eighties as centers of rail-linked commerce and growing reservoir systems. Researchers can trace the grounds of Mexia State School, the campus of Westminster College, and historic Fort Parker.
    2 unique versions available
  13. 2010 Map of Dawson, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Dawson, 2010 Print
    2010 Dawson
    2010 Print · USGS
    Navarro County as it appeared in the early 21st century is defined by its small farming communities and a complex system of water conservation. Researchers can trace local heritage through sites like Younger Cemetery and the settlements of Silver City, Spring Hill, and Alliance Hall.
  16. 2013 Map of Dawson, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Dawson, 2013 Print
    2013 Dawson
    2013 Print · USGS
    Navarro County appears in the early 21st century as a landscape defined by small rural hubs and significant water management projects. Researchers can trace local lineage and land use through the placement of Spring Hill Cem, Alliance Hall, and the town of Dawson.
  19. 2016 Map of Dawson, 2016 Print
    2016 Map of Dawson, 2016 Print
    2016 Dawson
    2016 Print · USGS
    Navarro County's rural character is preserved in this mid-2010s survey, showing the agricultural landscape north of Dawson. Genealogists and historians can trace local family landmarks at Younger Cem or explore the water-managed terrain around Navarro Mills Lake and Silver City.
  22. 2019 Map of Dawson, 2019 Print
    2019 Map of Dawson, 2019 Print
    2019 Dawson
    2019 Print · USGS
    Dawson and the surrounding Navarro County countryside are mapped here during a period of modern water management and rural stability. Researchers can locate family sites near Spring Hill Cem, trace the drainage of Richland Cr, or explore the settlement at Silver City.
  25. 2022 Map of Dawson, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Dawson, 2022 Print
    2022 Dawson
    2022 Print · USGS
    Navarro County in the early twenty-first century reveals a landscape shaped by water management and rural settlement. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations at Battle Creek Burial Ground and the Knapp Pecan Orchard Airpark.
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