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1953 Map of Brighton NW, 1954 Print
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1953 Map of Brighton NW

USGS Topo · Published 1954

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Indian Prairie Canal and Harney Pond Canal dominate this 1950s landscape, illustrating the intensive hydrological engineering of the Florida Everglades. The sheet reveals a grid-like network of water control infrastructure, where massive Levee systems and elevated Spoil Bank ridges dictate the flow of water across the flat terrain. This era of modification was designed to manage the wetlands for ranching and agriculture, yet the survival of Bay Swamp and slightly elevated hammocks like Cabbage Island provides a glimpse into the original ecological character of the region. Numerous Windmill sites are scattered throughout the quadrangle, serving as essential landmarks for remote ranching operations. The boundary between Highlands Co and Glades Co bisects the area, following these artificial watercourses and roads that reshaped the interior of South Florida.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.9 x 26.98 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain