1900s (20th Century) Maps of Monroe County, West Virginia

Explore 47 historic maps of Monroe County from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Monroe County, WV maps

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  1. 1912 Map of Big Bend, 1964 Print
    1912 Map of Big Bend, 1964 Print
    1912 Big Bend
    1964 Print · USGS
    Summers County at the height of the steam era reveals a landscape shaped by the meeting of the Greenbrier and New Rivers. You can trace the path of the Chesapeake and Ohio RR through the Big Bend Tunnel or locate long-lost rural schools like Rock Bottom School and Spicklick School.

  2. 1913 Map of Peterstown
    1913 Map of Peterstown
    1913 Peterstown
    1913 Print · USGS
    Peterstown and the New River valley are captured in the early twentieth century as the railroad transformed these mountain borderlands. Genealogists and historians can trace dozens of rural schoolhouses and stops like Willowton PO, Shanklins Ferry, and Oakvale.

  3. 1914 Map of Big Bend
    1914 Map of Big Bend
    1914 Big Bend
    1914 Print · USGS
    In the early twentieth century, the New River valley was a bustling corridor defined by its railroads and mountain settlements. Genealogists can trace family footprints at Packs Ferry PO, the Big Bend Tunnel, and numerous rural sites like Indian Mills.
    4 unique versions available

  4. 1916 Map of Peterstown
    1916 Map of Peterstown
    1916 Peterstown
    1916 Print · USGS
    Monroe and Mercer Counties are seen here in the decade before the First World War, defined by steep ridges and the critical rail corridors of the New River valley. Genealogists can locate dozens of country schools and remote landmarks like Mauvern Saltworks, Goodwin Chapel, and Shanklins Ferry.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1921 Map of Alderson
    1921 Map of Alderson
    1921 Alderson
    1921 Print · USGS
    The Greenbrier River valley and the West Virginia highlands come alive in the early 1920s, showing the region's rail-dependent economy and rural school networks. Researchers can trace family roots at Nickels Mill, Spider Den School, and the settlement of Sinks Grove.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1921 Map of Ronceverte
    1921 Map of Ronceverte
    1921 Ronceverte
    1921 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia and Virginia borderlands come alive in this early 1920s record of the Greenbrier Valley and Allegheny ridges. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Organ Cave, Red Mill, and the Highland Green School.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1923 Map of Ronceverte
    1923 Map of Ronceverte
    1923 Ronceverte
    1923 Print · USGS
    Southeast West Virginia in the early twenties is a landscape of mountain ridges and remote hollows. Genealogists can trace the rural communities of Gap Mills and Sweet Springs, alongside dozens of landmarks like Organ Cave and Schley School.
    4 unique versions available

  8. 1923 Map of Pearisburg
    1923 Map of Pearisburg
    1923 Pearisburg
    1923 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia and Virginia state line follows the high crest of Peters Mountain in the early 1920s. Genealogists can trace a remarkable concentration of rural education and faith at sites like Oak Hill School and Green Valley Church.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1923 Map of Waiteville
    1923 Map of Waiteville
    1923 Waiteville
    1923 Print · USGS
    The mountain border between West Virginia and Virginia comes to life in the early 1920s, centered on the settlement of Waiteville. Local historians can trace the Norfolk and Western Ry line as it snakes along Potts Cr beneath Peters Mountain.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1923 Map of Alderson
    1923 Map of Alderson
    1923 Alderson
    1923 Print · USGS
    Monroe and Greenbrier Counties are shown here in the early 1920s, a landscape defined by mineral springs and a dense network of rural schoolhouses. Researchers can locate dozens of local sites like Hokes Mill, Sinks Grove P O, and the Spider Den School.
    3 unique versions available

  11. 1925 Map of Peterstown
    1925 Map of Peterstown
    1925 Peterstown
    1925 Print · USGS
    The border of West Virginia and Virginia is captured in the mid-1920s, dominated by the winding path of the New River and the steep slopes of Peters Mtn. Genealogists can trace family locations near Mercers Saltworks, Wills Sta Willowton PO, and the Scratchgravel School.

  12. 1931 Map of Waiteville
    1931 Map of Waiteville
    1931 Waiteville
    1931 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and West Virginia borderlands in the early 1930s reveal a landscape of high ridges and isolated valley settlements. Genealogists can trace family footprints around Newport, Clover Hollow Ch, and the waters of Striking Creek.

  13. 1932 Map of Peterstown
    1932 Map of Peterstown
    1932 Peterstown
    1932 Print · USGS
    The borderlands of Giles and Mercer counties come alive in the early 1930s as the New River carves a path through the Appalachian ridges. Trace the rail-and-river economy of Narrows and find family-named landmarks like Blankenship Sch and Cedar Grove Ch.
    3 unique versions available

  14. 1932 Map of Pearisburg
    1932 Map of Pearisburg
    1932 Pearisburg
    1932 Print · USGS
    Giles County in the early 1930s is defined by the winding New River and its mountain-bound communities. Genealogists can trace early homesteads and local institutions through Goodwins Ferry, Hoges Store, and several named schools like McGrady Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  15. 1937 Map of Pearisburg
    1937 Map of Pearisburg
    1937 Pearisburg
    1937 Print · USGS
    Giles County at the onset of the late 1930s reveals a rugged mountain landscape where the New River dictates the path of commerce and travel. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous rural landmarks like Hoges Store, Goodwins Ferry, and the remote McClardy School.
    3 unique versions available

  16. 1937 Map of Narrows
    1937 Map of Narrows
    1937 Narrows
    1937 Print · USGS
    The New River corridor comes alive in the late 1930s, showing the vital rail and river connections between Virginia and West Virginia. Genealogists and historians can locate dozens of country schools, family-named ridges, and landmarks like Shanklins Ferry and Mercers Saltworks.
    4 unique versions available

  17. 1944 Map of Waiteville
    1944 Map of Waiteville
    1944 Waiteville
    1944 Print · USGS
    The borderlands of Giles and Craig counties are captured here in the early twentieth century, showing a transition from rail-dependent industry to rural isolation. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Mt Olivet Ch, the settlement at Waiteville, and the now-silent tracks of the Norfolk and Western Ry.

  18. 1945 Map of New Castle, 1964 Print
    1945 Map of New Castle, 1964 Print
    1945 New Castle
    1964 Print · USGS
    The mountain gaps of Craig and Alleghany Counties are captured here at the end of the war, when mining and rail transport still defined the local economy. Researchers can trace the legacy of industry and faith at Jordan Mines, Lignite, and Shoafs Chapel.

  19. 1947 Map of New Castle
    1947 Map of New Castle
    1947 New Castle
    1947 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and West Virginia borderlands in the late 1940s reveal a landscape of mountain resorts and industrial remnants. You can trace the legacy of mineral spas at Sweet Springs and locate early community hubs like Jordan Mines and the Fenwick Mine.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1948 Map of Ronceverte, 1964 Print
    1948 Map of Ronceverte, 1964 Print
    1948 Ronceverte
    1964 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia and Virginia borderlands come into focus in the late 1940s, showing the mountain communities between the Greenbrier River and the Jefferson National Forest. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks like McGlone and Gutes, or trace rural institutions such as Pleasant Valley Sch and Red Mill.

  21. 1951 Map of Waiteville, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Waiteville, 1953 Print
    1951 Waiteville
    1953 Print · USGS
    The Virginia and West Virginia borderlands are captured here in the early fifties, showing a landscape of high ridges and narrow valley settlements. Researchers can find old community hubs like Blue Healing Springs, Simmonsville, and Slussers Chapel among the mountain hollows.
    3 unique versions available

  22. 1952 Map of Ronceverte
    1952 Map of Ronceverte
    1952 Ronceverte
    1952 Print · USGS
    The West Virginia and Virginia borderlands come alive in the early fifties, showing a rugged landscape of high ridges and narrow valleys. Genealogists can trace family roots through numerous local landmarks like Dowdy Cem, Organ Cave, and rural centers such as Gap Mills or Paint Bank.

  23. 1955 Map of Bluefield
    1955 Map of Bluefield
    1955 Bluefield
    1955 Print · USGS
    The Central Appalachian borderlands come alive in the mid-fifties, showing the coal and rail networks connecting Bluefield to Beckley. Researchers can trace the industrial landscape of the New River Ordnance Plant and the terrain of Burkes Garden.

  24. 1957 Map of Bluefield, 1967 Print
    1957 Map of Bluefield, 1967 Print
    1957 Bluefield
    1967 Print · USGS
    The heart of Central Appalachia in the mid-fifties is defined by the winding rail lines and river valleys of the coalfields. Researchers can trace the industrial footprints of towns like Welch and Princeton or locate landmarks such as the Bluestone Reservoir and Claytor Lake.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 1961 Map of Bluefield
    1961 Map of Bluefield
    1961 Bluefield
    1961 Print · USGS
    The coalfields and mountain ridges of southern West Virginia and southwest Virginia are captured in the early sixties. Genealogists can trace family ties through rail-linked towns like Princeton and Richlands or along the shores of Bluestone Reservoir.

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