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1890 Map of Arredondo

Name: 1890 Topographic Map of Arredondo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

Gainesville serves as the focal point of this late-nineteenth-century landscape, appearing at a critical juncture in its development as a regional transit hub. The town is crisscrossed by numerous rail lines, including the Peninsular Rail Road and the Florida and Western Rail Road, reflecting the rapid expansion of Florida’s transportation network during the era. To the south, the massive expanse of Payne Prairie or Alachua Lake dominates the terrain, illustrating the variable hydrology of the region before modern drainage.

Smaller settlements and stops like Arredondo, Micanopy, and Fairbanks are connected by these rails and early carriage roads, while the surrounding countryside is defined by distinctive karst features. Notable landmarks such as Devils Mill Hopper, Warren Cave, and Blue Sink highlight the geological character of the Alachua area. The map also records early residential pockets such as Stewartville and Oliver Park near Bivans Arm, providing a detailed look at the rural-to-urban transition during the survey period.