1958 Map of Estero

About this map

The Koreshan Unity Cem stands as a focal point of local heritage in this mid-century coastal landscape, marking the grounds of the unique pioneer settlement at Estero. This 1958 survey captures the area during a period of transition, where small communities like Coconut and Council are linked by the Atlantic Coast Line railroad and a growing grid of roads near San Carlos Park. The map documents a complex aquatic environment where the Estero River and Halfway Creek empty into the mangrove-fringed Estero Bay. Along the coast, numerous landmarks appear, from the prominent Mound Key to the Estero Lookout Tower. Numerous flowing wells are mapped across the interior, reflecting the era's reliance on artesian water for agriculture and domestic use before the widespread development of modern municipal utilities.