1944 Map of Carrabelle

About this map

The town of Carrabelle serves as the focal point of this coastal survey, where the Carrabelle River flows into St George Sound. Surveyed in 1943, the map captures a significant maritime and industrial landscape defined by the confluence of the New River and Crooked River. To the west, the formidable Tates Hell Swamp dominates the interior, while a solitary Landing Strip and the Carrabelle Lighthouse mark the era's navigational infrastructure. The local economy and transport are further evidenced by the Seaboard Railway corridor and settlements like Yent Place and Davis. Coastal features including Timber Island, Dog Island, and the dunes of St George Island illustrate the intricate barrier system protecting the Florida Panhandle during the mid-forties.