1982 Map of Bennett

About this map

Williford Springs and Emerald Springs anchor a landscape defined by its complex hydrology along the border of Washington and Bay counties. This orthophotomap, based on mid-1970s aerial photography, reveals a dense network of isolated ponds and lakes including Rattlesnake Lake, The Deadening, and Sparkleberry Lake. The small settlements of Bennett and Econfina are situated amidst this wet terrain, with local history preserved in sites like the Watts-Gainer Cem and Gainer Cem. Industrial activity is noted by a Claypit near the central spring systems. The map's photographic base provides a clear view of vegetation patterns and the winding watercourses that connect these numerous sinkhole lakes, offering a precise look at the Florida Panhandle's interior before significant modern development altered these rural corridors.