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1956 Map of Duette NE

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Duette NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

South Prong Alafia River and its numerous tributaries dominate this landscape on the borders of Hillsborough, Polk, Manatee, and Hardee counties. The 1950s environment is characterized by the convergence of several major water systems, including the Little Manatee River and Payne Creek. Local life and community are anchored by the Bethlehem Ch and an adjacent Cem, which serve the rural residents in this interior region.

Industrial activity is evident in the northeast corner near Brewster, where significant Strip Mine operations appear as prominent topographical features. These excavations signify the region's mid-century transition towards large-scale phosphate extraction. The map provides a detailed view of the natural drainage patterns before later development, showing the winding course of the North Fork Manatee River and Alderman Creek as they flow through the low-lying Florida terrain.