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2012 Map of Bradenton

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Bradenton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Bradenton serves as the central hub of this coastal survey, where the urban grid meets the waters of Sarasota Bay and the winding Braden River. The landscape is a dense network of residential streets and arterial roads like Tallevast Rd and University Pkwy, reflecting the mid-century and modern growth of Manatee County. This era is characterized by significant institutional development, shown through the presence of several higher education sites including Manatee Community College, New College, and the University of Florida Experimental Station.

Coastal geography is defined by prominent landmarks such as Long Bar Point and Stephens Point, while the interior is punctuated by local features like the Bradenton Speedway and the Bradenton Fire Tower. Genealogists and local historians can find points of interest such as the Manatee Memorial Cem and established junctions like Wiggins Junction. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the sprawling complex of the Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport, highlighting the region's role as a major transportation gateway.