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1950s Maps of Berkeley County, West Virginia

Explore 13 historic maps of Berkeley 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 Berkeley County's landscape evolved across the 1950s, 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 1950s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Berkeley County's history through authentic maps from the 1950s. This is your window into the past.

Berkeley County, WV maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Cumberland
    1952 Map of Cumberland
    1952 Cumberland
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Potomac Highlands and the Shenandoah Valley are revealed in this early 1950s survey of the Appalachian interior. Researchers can trace the river-and-rail corridors connecting Cumberland, Winchester, and the recreational waters of Deep Creek Lake.
  4. 1953 Map of Williamsport, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Williamsport, 1954 Print
    1953 Williamsport
    1954 Print · USGS
    Maryland and West Virginia meet along the winding Potomac in the early fifties, capturing a landscape shaped by historical transit. Genealogists can trace family footprints near Williamsport, Downsville, and rural landmarks like Salem Ch or Greenlawn Cem.
    4 unique versions available
  7. 1953 Map of Shepherdstown, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Shepherdstown, 1954 Print
    1953 Shepherdstown
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River and its dramatic loops at Terrapin Neck define the border between West Virginia and Maryland in the early fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace landmarks like Shepherd College, Antietam Station, and Marvin Chapel.
    4 unique versions available
  10. 1954 Map of Baltimore
    1954 Map of Baltimore
    1954 Baltimore
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Mid-Atlantic region in the early fifties shows a landscape of growing suburban centers and heavy rail corridors. Trace mid-century transit networks and military landmarks from the Aberdeen Proving Ground to the Gettysburg National Military Park.
  13. 1955 Map of Martinsburg, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Martinsburg, 1957 Print
    1955 Martinsburg
    1957 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Martinsburg serves as a bustling hub of rail transport and medical infrastructure during this post-war period. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Rosedale Cemetery, Eagle Chapel, or the U of W Va Experimental Farm.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1955 Map of Middleway, 1957 Print
    1955 Map of Middleway, 1957 Print
    1955 Middleway
    1957 Print · USGS
    Jefferson County's fertile valley floor is captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape of established rail lines and historic crossroads. Genealogists and historians can locate the St Georges Chapel Ruins, the U S Fish Culture Station at Leetown, and the County Infirmary.
    3 unique versions available
  19. 1955 Map of Hedgesville, 1967 Print
    1955 Map of Hedgesville, 1967 Print
    1955 Hedgesville
    1967 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia panhandle and Maryland border meet here in the mid-1950s along the winding Potomac River. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, locate the Stonewall Jackson Monument, and explore settlements like Hedgesville and Bedington.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1956 Map of Baltimore
    1956 Map of Baltimore
    1956 Baltimore
    1956 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Maryland and Pennsylvania are captured here during a period of massive suburban and military growth across the Chesapeake region. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Baltimore & Ohio RR and locate landmarks like Fort McHenry or the Aberdeen Proving Ground.
  25. 1956 Map of Cumberland, 1966 Print
    1956 Map of Cumberland, 1966 Print
    1956 Cumberland
    1966 Print · USGS
    The tri-state Highlands in the mid-1950s show a landscape shaped by coal, timber, and the massive presence of the Baltimore & Ohio RR. Researchers can trace the industrial corridor from Cumberland through the Allegheny Mountains to mountain retreats like Deep Creek Lake.
    6 unique versions available
  28. 1957 Map of Cumberland
    1957 Map of Cumberland
    1957 Cumberland
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Potomac River valley and the ridges of the Allegheny Front define this mid-century landscape at the intersection of Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Trace the steam-era rail lines of the Baltimore and Ohio RR or locate rural landmarks like St Stephens Church and Stony River Dam.
  31. 1957 Map of Baltimore, 1964 Print
    1957 Map of Baltimore, 1964 Print
    1957 Baltimore
    1964 Print · USGS
    Maryland and Southern Pennsylvania are shown during the mid-century expansion of the Baltimore-Washington corridor. Researchers can trace the extensive rail lines of the Baltimore & Ohio RR and locate sites like Fort Detrick and Gettysburg National Military Park.
    5 unique versions available
  34. 1958 Map of Big Pool, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Big Pool, 1959 Print
    1958 Big Pool
    1959 Print · USGS
    Maryland's riverbank meets the West Virginia ridges in the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of vital rail and water corridors. Genealogists can trace rural communities around Hedgesville, Tomahawk, and Butlers Chapel near the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.
    4 unique versions available
  37. 1958 Map of Stotlers Crossroads, 1959 Print
    1958 Map of Stotlers Crossroads, 1959 Print
    1958 Stotlers Crossroads
    1959 Print · USGS
    Morgan County is shown in the late fifties as a landscape of ridge-top farms and deep forest preserves between the Potomac and the mountains. Genealogists can trace family names and rural hubs like Johnsons Mill, Stotlers Crossroads, and Ambrose Chapel.
    4 unique versions available
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