Old Maps of Brooke County, West Virginia for Metal Detecting
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Brooke County, WV maps
(48)- 1902 Map of Wheeling
1902 Wheeling1902 Print · USGSThe Ohio River valley at the start of the 1900s was a powerhouse of rail and river industry across West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Genealogists can trace family roots in early industrial hubs like Martins Ferry, locate historic landmarks like the S Bridge, or find riverfront settlements such as Beach Bottom and Yorkville.7 unique versions available - 1904 Map of Steubenville
1904 Steubenville1904 Print · USGSThe industrial heart of the Ohio River Valley comes to life in this early 1900s survey of the tri-state border region. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Steubenville, the rail junctions at Mingo Junction, and river crossings like Middle Ferry.5 unique versions available - 1935 Map of Wheeling, 1957 Print
1935 Wheeling1957 Print · USGSThe industrial Ohio River valley is captured here in the mid-thirties, showing the complex rail and river networks of the tri-state area. Genealogists can trace family footprints across dozens of rural schools like Wells Sch and local landmarks such as Oglebay Park or the Mt Union Ch. - 1935 Map of Steubenville, 1958 Print
1935 Steubenville1958 Print · USGSThe industrial heart of the Ohio River valley comes to life in this mid-century survey of the Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania borders. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of Weirton, Steubenville, and smaller stops like Zalia and Reeds Mills. - 1942 Map of Wheeling
1942 Wheeling1942 Print · USGSThe Northern Panhandle and Ohio Valley are shown at their industrial peak during the mid-forties, spanning three states. Researchers can trace the riverfront rail networks and rural school districts like Hammond Sch, plus regional landmarks such as Oglebay Park and the Teachers College at West Liberty.2 unique versions available - 1942 Map of Steubenville
1942 Steubenville1942 Print · USGSThe industrial corridor of the upper Ohio River comes to life here during the early 1940s. Genealogists can trace family roots through the streets of Steubenville and Weirton, or locate rural landmarks like Jefferson Sch and New Alexandria Sta.2 unique versions available - 1951 Map of Canton
1951 Canton1951 Print · USGSThe industrial heartland of Ohio and Pennsylvania reached its mid-century peak during this era of heavy rail and river transit. Genealogists and historians can trace the development of steel towns like Aliquippa and Weirton alongside the Ohio River and major lines of the Pennsylvania RR. - 1953 Map of Canton
1953 Canton1953 Print · USGSThe industrial heartland of Ohio and Pennsylvania is captured at its mid-century peak in this detailed regional survey. Genealogists and historians can trace the vast rail networks of the Pennsylvania RR and find local landmarks like Nimisila Reservoir and Tappan Reservoir. - 1957 Map of Tiltonsville, 1959 Print
1957 Tiltonsville1959 Print · USGSThe industrial Ohio River valley is captured here in the late fifties, showcasing the dense rail-and-river network of the Jefferson and Brooke County border. Researchers can trace family roots through sites like Hopewell Cem or explore the mid-century layout of Tiltonsville and the Wheeling-Ohio County Airport.2 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Canton, 1971 Print
1957 Canton1971 Print · USGSThe industrial heartland of eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania comes alive in this mid-century survey of the Ohio River Valley. Trace the heritage of rail and river commerce through Pittsburgh, the massive steel towns along the Ohio River, and major junctions on the Pennsylvania RR.3 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Steubenville West, 1959 Print
1958 Steubenville West1959 Print · USGSJefferson County in the late fifties shows the industrial pulse of the Ohio River valley and its surrounding hills. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Mingo Junction, locate the Steubenville Pier Airport, and find family sites near Union Cemetery or Tent Ch.2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Steubenville East, 1959 Print
1958 Steubenville East1959 Print · USGSSteubenville and the Ohio River valley are shown in detail during the late fifties as industrial growth climbed the surrounding bluffs. Researchers can trace local landmarks like the College of Steubenville, Mingo Cem, and the rail lines through Colliers.2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Knoxville, 1960 Print
1958 Knoxville1960 Print · USGSJefferson County was undergoing a mid-century shift toward suburban growth and industrial extraction in the late fifties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites like Shelley Cem and Norton Hill, alongside landmarks like Jefferson Union Sch and the Toronto Airport.2 unique versions available - 1958 Map of Weirton, 1960 Print
1958 Weirton1960 Print · USGSWeirton and the surrounding Ohio River valley are shown here during a decade of significant post-war growth. Researchers can trace family history through numerous labeled schools and landmarks like Holidays Cove and Three Springs Cem.2 unique versions available - 1959 Map of Bethany, 1961 Print
1959 Bethany1961 Print · USGSIn the late fifties, the northern panhandle of West Virginia remained a landscape of steep ridges, coal mines, and historic college towns. Genealogists and researchers can trace family landmarks like the Alexander Campbell Mansion, Morgan Cem, and Stone Chapel Ch.3 unique versions available - 1962 Map of Canton
1962 Canton1962 Print · USGSThe industrial heartland of Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania thrives in the early sixties as steel mills and rail lines dominate the river valleys. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like McKinley National Memorial, Malone College, and industrial sites such as Republic Steel Corp.2 unique versions available - 1968 Map of Weirton, 1970 Print
1968 Weirton1970 Print · USGSThe industrial corridor along the Ohio River is shown here at its mid-century peak during the late sixties. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations through Union Cem, Sacred Heart of Mary Ch, and numerous neighborhood schools like Roosevelt Sch.3 unique versions available - 1968 Map of Steubenville West, 1970 Print
1968 Steubenville West1970 Print · USGSThe industrial and suburban expansion of Jefferson County is on full display in the late 1960s. Researchers can trace the rail corridors of the Penn Central and find historic local sites like Reeds Mill, Tent Ch, and the Union Cemetery.4 unique versions available - 1968 Map of Knoxville, 1970 Print
1968 Knoxville1970 Print · USGSThe Jefferson County hills north of Steubenville are shown here during a period of industrial expansion and suburban growth in the late sixties. Genealogists can trace family names across Shelley Cem, Mt Tabor Cem, and Island Creek Ch while mapping the era's pervasive Strip Mine operations.3 unique versions available - 1968 Map of Tiltonsville, 1970 Print
1968 Tiltonsville1970 Print · USGSThe Ohio River valley in the late sixties reveals a landscape of heavy industry and riverside towns. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots in Tiltonsville and Yorkville or locate landmarks like Rush Run Chapel and the Pike Island Lock and Dam.3 unique versions available - 1968 Map of Steubenville East, 1970 Print
1968 Steubenville East1970 Print · USGSThe Ohio River valley was a bustling hub of industry and transit in the late sixties, where West Virginia and Ohio river towns met. Genealogists can trace family footprints through sites like St Johns Cem, the Lower Buffalo Ch, and Mingo Junction.3 unique versions available - 1986 Map of Pittsburgh West
1986 Pittsburgh West1986 Print · USGSThe Tri-State region's coal and rail corridors are captured in the mid-eighties as industry and aviation expanded. Trace the legacy of extraction at Nelms Mine No 1, locate Short Creek PO, or follow the Chessie System tracks along the Ohio River.3 unique versions available - 1994 Map of Weirton, 1998 Print
1994 Weirton1998 Print · USGSThe Ohio River valley at the close of the 20th century shows a landscape defined by heavy industry and established riverfront towns. Genealogists and researchers can trace local roots through landmarks like Hollidays Cove, Union Cem, and Roosevelt Sch. - 1997 Map of Steubenville East, 1999 Print
1997 Steubenville East1999 Print · USGSThe industrial Ohio River valley is captured here in the late twentieth century, showing the dense riverside settlements of Steubenville and Follansbee. Researchers can trace local genealogy and land use through numerous hillside burial grounds like Oak Grove Cem and Cross Creek Cem. - 1997 Map of Bethany, 2000 Print
1997 Bethany2000 Print · USGSThe West Virginia panhandle near the Pennsylvania line is home to storied campuses and deep-seated rural traditions. Researchers can find prominent landmarks like Bethany College, the historic Alexander Campbell Mansion, and the Lower Buffalo Cem.
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