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1950 Map of Bradley Junction

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Bradley Junction
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1950
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

Phosphate mining dominates the landscape of this Florida interior region, where the American Agricultural Chemical Co and various Strip Mine operations have reshaped the terrain. The map captures a high-intensity industrial corridor defined by the Atlantic Coast Line and Seaboard Air Line railroads, which service dedicated company towns and industrial hubs like Pierce, Pebbledale, and Agricola. These settlements are interspersed with numerous Strip Mines and a prominent Mine Dump, illustrating the scale of early post-war extraction.

Away from the excavations, the natural drainage of the Alafia River North Prong and the expansive Hookers Prairie provide a glimpse into the native Florida wetlands. Community life is anchored by landmarks such as Mt Olive Cem and Old Elam Ch, while Bradley Junction serves as a critical rail intersection. The presence of Pine Island within the prairie suggests higher ground amidst the surrounding marshes, offering a distinct contrast to the industrial zones to the north.