1973 Map of East of Lone Palm Head

About this map

Miami Canal cuts a straight path through the wetland expanse of central Broward County, serving as a primary hydrological marker in this 1970s orthophotomap. The landscape is dominated by the Everglades Wildlife Management Area and Conservation Area No 3A, where water is managed and periodically impounded. This survey provides a rare look at the network of transportation through the marsh before modern development, featuring specialized routes like the North Airboat Trail and Weasel Airboat Trail. Along the southern edge, the Everglades Parkway (Toll Road) provides the only major vehicle access, supported by a Rest Area and a Boat Ramp for those venturing into the interior. A Gaging Sta and a Pipeline reflect the mid-century infrastructure required to monitor and manage the Florida Everglades' unique ecosystem.