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1954 Map of Clara

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Clara
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

The Steinhatchee River flows through the heart of this landscape, marking the historical boundaries between Taylor, Lafayette, and Dixie Counties. Based on 1954 surveys, the map illustrates the rural character of this Big Bend region, centered on the small settlements of Clara and Tennille. These communities are tied to the rail and road corridors that cut through the wetlands and forests, providing access to the river's resources.

Hydrological features are prominent throughout the sheet, including the notable Steinhatchee Spring and Iron Spring, which punctuate the limestone-influenced terrain. A network of tributaries such as Kettle Creek, Eightmile Creek, and Mud Creek feed into the main river channel, while a Gaging Station monitors the water levels. The map preserves a moment in the mid-20th century before significant modern development, documenting the primitive roads and rural property lines that defined the local geography.