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1953 Map of Lake Marian NE, 1954 Print
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1953 Map of Lake Marian NE

USGS Topo · Published 1954

About this map

Lake Marian anchors this 1950s landscape in Osceola County, where the transition from cypress ponds to ranch land is clearly documented. The terrain is defined by a complex network of wetlands and seasonal water bodies, including Devils Elbow Swamp and the sprawling Tyner Slough. Human activity is concentrated around scattered homesteads and cattle operations such as Simmons Ranch, Rattlesnake Ranch, and Lucky L Ranch, reflecting the mid-century ranching economy of Central Florida. Transportation through these marshes relied on the Canoe Creek Road and an Old Railroad Grade that cuts across the northern section of the map. Local spiritual life is marked by the Lake View Ch located near the southern margin. The presence of a Gaging Station on the lake shore underscores the importance of water management in this low-lying region of the Kissimmee River basin.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22.9 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain