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2021 Map of Bradenton Beach

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Bradenton Beach
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Anna Maria Island serves as a primary barrier between the Gulf of Mexico and the intricate bay system of the Florida Gulf Coast. This modern topographic study illustrates the established coastal communities of Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, and Ilexhurst, alongside the historic fishing village of Cortez on the mainland. The landscape is defined by its maritime infrastructure, including the Cortez Bridge and the Intracoastal Waterway, which navigate a complex network of keys and sounds.

Environmentally, the map highlights the proximity of residential development to protected areas such as Leffis Key and the many islands within Sarasota Bay, including Sister Keys and Jewfish Key. The inclusion of the Florida Circumnavigational Paddling Trail and the Manatee County Blueway Trail reflects the contemporary emphasis on recreational waterways in addition to traditional transit routes like Gulf of Mexico Drive.