1982 Map of Allanton

About this map

Allanton and the shoreline of East Bay define this 1980s orthophotomap, where the wetlands of California Swamp meet the intricate inlets of the Florida Panhandle. The landscape is dominated by the sprawling southern reach of Tyndall Air Force Base, which encompasses the small settlement of Farmdale and the winding Farmdale Bayou. The map illustrates a complex coastal environment where the Intracoastal Waterway cuts through the bay, navigating past Raffield Island and Allan Point. Numerous family-named landmarks like Lathrop Point, Raffield Point, and Baker Point suggest the deep local history of this maritime region. The eastern boundary is marked by the Bay and Gulf County line, which follows the course of Wetappo Creek near Turtle Slough. This survey provides a precise look at the transition from swampy creeks like Sandy Creek to the broad waters of Big Cove.