1997 Map of Arsenicker Keys

About this map

Biscayne National Park dominates this late-twentieth-century coastal landscape, where the edge of the Florida mainland meets the expansive waters of Biscayne Bay. The shoreline is defined by a complex intersection of industrial infrastructure and protected natural areas. Most striking is the extensive network of Cooling Canals associated with the Turkey Point Nuclear Power Plant, creating a geometric water pattern that contrasts sharply with the nearby mangrove coast. To the north, the presence of Homestead Air Force Base and the historic alignment of Kings Highway indicate the region's military and transport importance. Several canals, including the Mowry Canal and Florida City Canal, cut through the terrain toward the bay, while recreational spaces like Homestead Bayfront County Park offer access to the water. The southern portion of the sheet transitions into the bay's islands, featuring Arsenicker Key and West Arsenicker Key set amidst shallow flats and banks.