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1956 Map of Griffins Corner

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Griffins Corner
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

Griffins Corner sits at the heart of this inland Florida landscape, where a intricate network of creeks and branches defines the local geography. The area's water drainage is dominated by the southward flow of Charlie Creek and its major tributaries, including Little Charlie Creek and Old Town Creek. These waterways, along with smaller features like Bee Branch and Buckhorn Creek, create a complex terrain of wetlands and woods that shaped early settlement patterns.

Social and community history is anchored by the Hart Cem and the Rest Haven County Home, providing essential touchstones for genealogists researching family ties in this part of Hardee County. The map details a period when the landscape was primarily rural, punctuated by small clusters of activity like the Trailer Park and the eponymous junction at Griffins Corner, reflecting the mid-century agricultural and residential character of the region.