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1955 Map of Bowling Green

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Bowling Green
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

Phosphate mining and the winding path of the Peace River define this mid-century landscape along the border of Polk Co and Hardee Co. Extensive Strip Mine operations, accompanied by complex Tailings and Tailings Pond systems, dominate the northern reaches near Fort Meade, where the Atlantic Coast Line railroad facilitates industrial transit. These excavations sit in stark contrast to the traditional citrus and cattle country surrounding Bowling Green to the south.

Genealogists will find significant local landmarks including Fort Meade Cem, New Hope Cem, and Pleasant Grove Cem. The map documents a network of tributary waters like Whidden Creek, Bowlegs Creek, and Little Payne Creek that feed into the river valley. Spiritual centers such as Peace River Ch and Mount Pisgah Ch provide specific coordinates for historic rural community life during this era of industrial expansion.