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1956 Map of Duette NE, 1957 Print
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1956 Map of Duette NE

USGS Topo · Published 1957

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The South Prong Alafia River and several major tributaries of the Manatee River dominate this 1950s landscape where the borders of Hillsborough, Polk, Manatee, and Hardee counties converge. This interior region of Florida is characterized by its complex drainage network, including the headwaters of the Little Manatee River and the North Fork Manatee River. Social centers are sparse but clearly marked, such as the Bethlehem Ch and a nearby Cem, which likely served the surrounding rural residents and workers from the settlement of Brewster. The terrain shows a distinct pattern of wetlands and branching waterways like Payne Creek and Alder Creek, illustrating the natural hydrologic state of the central Florida peninsula before modern large-scale development. The intersection of four county lines—Polk, Hillsborough, Manatee, and Hardee—makes this specific area a focal point for researchers interested in shifting municipal jurisdictions and early rural community ties in this phosphate-rich region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1957
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.9 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain