1956 Map of Cleveland

About this map

The Peace River and its confluence with Shell Creek dominate this mid-century look at Charlotte County, capturing a landscape of wetlands and emerging residential developments. Along the northern banks, waterfront communities such as Harbour Heights and Sans Souci stand in contrast to the more established Cleveland area, where the local Cleveland Cem and proximity to the river reflect the town's earlier roots. Moving inland, the map transitions into the expansive Cecil M Webb State Wildlife Management Area, a vast tract of protected land crisscrossed by an Old Railroad Grade and numerous watercourses like Myrtle Slough and Alligator Creek. This survey reveals the early infrastructure of the region, including the County Airport and several flowing wells, illustrating the balance between mid-20th-century growth and the preservation of Florida’s coastal interior.