1953 Map of Lake June In Winter

About this map

Lake June In Winter dominates the eastern half of this landscape, its expansive waters situated at seventy-three feet above sea level. This central Highlands County terrain is defined by a dense network of freshwater lakes and low-lying marshlands, including Lake Francis, Red Water Lake, and the clustered bodies of Nellie. To the west, the topography shifts toward the wetlands of Hog Island Hammock and the winding course of Fisheating Creek, which drains toward the south. The presence of a Pumping Station and several Spoil Banks indicates early efforts in water management and land modification typical of the mid-century Florida interior. Boundary lines for Lake Placid are visible at the southeastern edge, illustrating the proximity of the growing town to these major water bodies during a period of steady regional development.