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1954 Map of Bronson SW

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Bronson SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The low-lying wetlands of Levy County are meticulously charted here, dominated by the dense vegetation of Devils Hammock and Gulf Hammock. This mid-century landscape is defined by its complex hydrology, where the Waccasassa River and Wekiva River converge amidst a network of smaller tributaries like Mute Creek and Magee Branch. The interior remains largely undeveloped, characterized by seasonal ponds and intricate creek systems like Prong Creek.

Transportation through this dense terrain is anchored by the Atlantic Coast Line railroad, which cuts a straight path through the western portion of the map. The small settlement at Gulf Hammock serves as a lone outpost of human activity within the expansive hammocks. Local researchers can trace the historic rail corridor and pinpoint natural water sources such as the Spring located near the junction of the river systems.