1978 Map of Bartow

Transitioning toward the Lake Wales Ridge, the map captures a dense collection of water bodies, including Lake Weohyakapka, Crooked Lake, and Lake Arbuckle. To the east, the vast Avon Park Bombing Range and the winding Kissimmee River mark a shift toward a more open, military and natural landscape. Notable local landmarks such as Cypress Gardens and the Avon Park Municipal Airport highlight the region's mid-century growth and its reliance on both its unique hydrology and aviation infrastructure.