1945 Map of Blountstown

About this map

Blountstown serves as the focal point of this mid-1940s survey, situated along the western banks of the winding Apalachicola River. The town is the southern terminus for the Marianna and Blountstown railroad, which cuts a straight path southeast through small stops like Leonards and Durham. This period of Florida's history is characterized by a landscape dominated by timber and wetlands, with the map recording numerous swamps and bays such as Bullhead Bay and Juniper Swamp. Local genealogy is anchored by the presence of Nettle Ridge Cem and Boggs Cem, while the industrial past is suggested by sites like Flowers Still and Browns Mill Pond. The river boundary between Calhoun and Liberty Counties highlights the importance of the waterway for regional navigation and commerce prior to significant modern development.