1953 Map of Deer Park NE

About this map

The St Johns River meanders through this portion of the Florida interior, connecting expansive water bodies such as Lake Winder and Lake Washington. This 1953 topographic study, compiled from earlier aerial photography, captures a landscape defined by wetlands and hydrological engineering. Several instances of a Spoil Bank appear alongside straight-line drainage or excavation projects, reflecting mid-century efforts to manage the river's basin. While the terrain is dominated by marshes and natural waterways like Pennywash Creek, early industrial activity is evidenced by scattered Well sites. The map also delineates the jurisdictional boundary between Osceola and Brevard counties, providing a clear look at the undeveloped character of the region before the rapid expansion of East Central Florida.