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1953 Map of Ashton

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Ashton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Ashton and the surrounding freshwater wetlands of Osceola County are documented here in a 1953 survey, updated with 1981 purple-ink revisions. This landscape is defined by an expansive chain of water bodies, including Lake Lizzie, Alligator Lake, and Lake Gentry. The settlement at Ashton serves as the primary hub along the northwestern corner, while small developments like a Trailer Park appear near the shores of Lake Lizzie.

The map reveals the intricate natural drainage and island formations typical of central Florida before major suburban expansion. Features such as Sweet Bay Island, Scrub Island, and the wide Jug Creek Swamp illustrate the complex hydrology of the region. A Gaging Station between Alligator Lake and Brick Lake suggests early water management efforts, while names like Canoe Creek and Sardine Lake point to the long-standing recreational and fishing heritage of these interior waters.