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1953 Map of Brighton SW, 1954 Print
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1953 Map of Brighton SW

USGS Topo · Published 1954

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The Brighton Seminole Indian Reservation occupies the eastern portions of this mid-century survey, illustrating a landscape defined by intricate drainage and subtropical wetlands. Situated along the boundary shared by Highlands and Glades Counties, the terrain is marked by a complex network of seasonal water features and man-made alterations. The Harney Pond Canal cuts through the northeast, accompanied by spoil banks that indicate significant water management efforts in the region. To the south, the winding path of Gator Slough flows through the marshes, while isolated topographic rises like Cabbage Island provide rare dry ground. The presence of a lone Windmill in the northern sections speaks to the agricultural or ranching utility of this interior Florida wilderness during the early 1950s.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.9 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain