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1954 Map of Crystal River

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Crystal River
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

The Gulf coast town of Crystal River serves as the focal point of this mid-1950s survey, illustrating a community defined by its spring-fed waters and coastal geography. The residential and commercial grid centers on the Atlantic Coast Line railroad and the town's namesake waterway, which flows westward into Kings Bay. Local landmarks like Hunter Spring and Crystal Spring are clearly delineated, showing the natural freshwater sources that have historically shaped local development and recreation.

To the north, the small settlement of Citronelle is situated along the rail line, while south of the main town lies Paradise Point near several Sand Pits. The intricate shoreline is marked by features such as Bagley Cove, Miller Creek, and islands like Buzzard Island and Banana Island. This map documents a period before extensive modern development, capturing the original relationship between the limestone spring systems and the surrounding marshy lowlands of Citrus County.