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2012 Map of Chekika Island

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Chekika Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Shark River Slough dominates this 2012 survey, illustrating the characteristic hydrology of the Florida Everglades in Miami-Dade County. The landscape is defined by its distinct tree islands, or hammocks, which emerge from the surrounding wetlands. These ecological landmarks, including Vulture Hammock, Poinciana Hammock, and Irongrape Hammock, reflect the subtle elevation changes that dictate vegetation patterns in this environment. To the south, Johnny Buck Hammock and Gumbo Limbo Hammock provide further evidence of these localized high points.

Modern infrastructure encroaches from the east through a rigid grid of roads, such as SW 297th Ave and SW 136th St, which abruptly terminate at the edge of the preservation area. This sharp transition highlights the managed boundary between urban expansion and the wilderness. The Blue Shanty Canal cuts through the northern portion of the quadrangle, representing the significant water management efforts that define this region.