1951 Map of Herndon

About this map

The Washington and Old Dominion railroad corridor anchors this mid-century portrait of Northern Virginia, passing directly through Herndon and connecting smaller hubs like Coral and Cooktown. The landscape reflects a mix of traditional agriculture and emerging federal presence, notably at the National Bureau of Standards site and the Radio Range Sta near Willard. While the area is heavily drained by waterways such as Horsepen Run and Cub Run, the road network is already defining future growth patterns.