1970s Maps of Monroe County, West Virginia

Explore 6 historic maps of Monroe County 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 Monroe County'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 Monroe County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.


Monroe County, WV maps

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  1. 1971 Map of Alderson, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Alderson, 1974 Print
    1971 Alderson
    1974 Print · USGS
    Alderson and the Greenbrier River valley are documented here in the early 1970s, showing a landscape defined by its mountains and institutional landmarks. Researchers can locate Federal Reformatory for Women, trace the Chesapeake and Ohio rail line, or find local spots like Pence Springs and Keller Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1971 Map of Union, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Union, 1974 Print
    1971 Union
    1974 Print · USGS
    Monroe County was a landscape of mountain ridges and valley farms in the early 1970s. Local researchers can locate family landmarks like Rehobeth Ch, the historic Covered Bridge near Lillydale, and the rural community of Salt Sulphur Springs.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1971 Map of Gap Mills, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Gap Mills, 1974 Print
    1971 Gap Mills
    1974 Print · USGS
    Monroe County mountain life is centered on the gap where the creek cuts the ridge in the early seventies. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near Gap Mills, Crimson Springs, and several country churches like Browns Chapel.

  4. 1971 Map of Ronceverte, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Ronceverte, 1975 Print
    1971 Ronceverte
    1975 Print · USGS
    Greenbrier and Monroe counties are captured here in the early seventies, showing the rail-and-river hub of Ronceverte. Genealogists can trace local roots through sites like Organ Cave, Morgan Cem, and the numerous country churches like Salem Ch and Elizabeth Chapel.

  5. 1971 Map of Fort Spring, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Fort Spring, 1975 Print
    1971 Fort Spring
    1975 Print · USGS
    Monroe County in the early seventies shows a landscape defined by the winding Greenbrier River and heavy rail industry. Local historians can trace industrial sites like Snowflake and old water-powered landmarks including Nickells Mill and the Covered Bridge.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1971 Map of Greenville, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Greenville, 1975 Print
    1971 Greenville
    1975 Print · USGS
    Monroe County's rural valleys and ridges are captured here during the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape of isolated farmsteads and creek-side hamlets. Family historians can locate several local landmarks like Indian Creek Ch, Wikel, and the Oak Grove Cem.
    2 unique versions available

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