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1962 Map of Key West

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Key West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

About this map

Fort Taylor stands as a prominent coastal landmark at the southwestern edge of this island community, highlighting the significant military presence that shaped the area's development. This map detail reveals the extensive installations of the U. S. Government Reservations and Meacham Field, illustrating how naval and aviation infrastructure integrated with the local landscape. The surrounding waters, from the Main Ship Channel to the Northwest Channel, are marked with numerous navigational aids like Kingfish Shoal Lt and the Naval Station Lt.

Beyond the military sectors, the traditional heart of Key West is visible with its grid of streets leading toward Key West Bight and Garrison Bight. To the north and east, dredging projects for seaplane landings and the development of Fleming Key and Dredgers Key show the mid-century expansion of the island's footprint. Local features such as the Swimming Pool, various Radio Towers, and the Hotel provide a detailed view of the civic and commercial life on Key West Island during the early 1960s.