1948 Map of Indrio

About this map

Viking and Indrio anchor the mainland shore of the Indian River during this period of mid-century growth along the Florida coastline. The landscape is defined by the Florida East Coast railway and a network of canals like the South Canal, which supported the region's transition into a modern transportation hub centered on the St Lucie County International Airport. The shoreline is heavily articulated with numerous named coves and points, including the suggestively named Big Starvation Cove and Little Starvation Cove, while the barrier island features evolving residential developments such as Queens Cove. Conservation and leisure spaces are prominent, with the Jack Island State Recreation Area and Indian River Aquatic Preserve protecting the delicate estuarine environment. These map revisions provide a distinct look at the dredging and development of the Intracoastal Waterway and its impact on the surrounding mangrove and marsh terrain.