1950 Map of Fort Pierce NW

About this map

Agricultural drainage and early aviation infrastructure define this portion of St. Lucie Co. during a period of transition. The landscape is dominated by the geometric grid of irrigation canals and citrus groves, anchored by the Belcher Canal and the winding course of Tenmile Creek. The 1970 photorevisions highlight the introduction of Floridas Turnpike, which cuts diagonally across the established survey sections and local thoroughfares like Orange Ave and Kings Highway. Several small aviation sites, including a Private Landing Field and Landing Strip, appear alongside the primary St Lucie County Airport, reflecting the region's historical reliance on aerial crop dusting and private flight for managing the expansive groves that characterize this coastal Florida interior.