1977 Map of Winston-Salem West

About this map

The western expansion of Winston-Salem is captured during the late 1970s in this orthophotograph produced by the Department of the Interior. The map reveals the intricate texture of established residential neighborhoods like Ardmore and Buena Vista, contrasting with the more rural, wooded fringes near Clemmons. The winding course of Muddy Creek carves through the landscape, providing a natural baseline against the geometric progression of suburban development and the massive interstate interchanges that define the modern era. Industrial and commercial hubs such as Hanes are visible alongside local districts like Reynolda and Rosemont. By utilizing aerial imagery rather than traditional line work, this survey provides researchers a literal view of the land use, from the cleared fields near Mt Tabor to the dense street grids of Five Points.