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1952 Map of Compass Lake, 1953 Print
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1952 Map of Compass Lake

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

The Atlanta and St Andrews Bay railroad anchors the eastern corridor of this Florida panhandle landscape, tracing a path through the settlement of Compass Lake and down toward Betts. This 1952 topographic study highlights a region defined by its complex hydrology, where the Econfina River and Sweetwater Creek wind through the interior, fed by numerous branches like Sewell Branch and Branning Branch. The map captures a transition in land use, showing an Airfield south of Betts and a Lookout Tower positioned near the northern shore of the lake. Local landmarks such as Sandy Mount Ch provide focal points for community history, while the convergence of Washington, Bay, Jackson, and Calhoun counties illustrates the complex administrative boundaries of the area. Significant wetland features like Cypress Swamp and Turtle Pond dominate the undeveloped sections, providing a clear record of the natural terrain before modern expansion.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1953
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.9 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain