1970s Maps of Virginia Beach, Virginia

Explore 3 historic maps of Virginia Beach 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.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Virginia Beach's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, 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.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Virginia Beach's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.


Virginia Beach, VA maps

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  1. 1971 Map of Chesapeake Channel, 1972 Print
    1971 Map of Chesapeake Channel, 1972 Print
    1971 Chesapeake Channel
    1972 Print · USGS
    The lower Chesapeake Bay was undergoing major infrastructure changes in the early 1970s. Trace the path of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel as it navigates through Nine Foot Shoal and the Chesapeake Channel.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1973 Map of Richmond, 1974 Print
    1973 Map of Richmond, 1974 Print
    1973 Richmond
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Virginia Tidewater and Piedmont come alive in the early seventies, showcasing a region defined by its great rivers and massive military installations. Researchers can trace the mid-century growth of Richmond or locate family sites near Amelia Court House and Highland Springs.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1977 Map of Creeds, 1979 Print
    1977 Map of Creeds, 1979 Print
    1977 Creeds
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and North Carolina borderlands come to life in this late 1970s aerial survey. Researchers can trace the layout of coastal settlements like Creeds and Munden alongside the marshes of the North Landing River.

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