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1970 Map of Lake Weir

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of Lake Weir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Lake Weir dominates the southern landscape of this 1970 survey, surrounded by established lakeside communities and complex hydraulic works. The settlement of Oklawaha serves as a focal point near the northern shore, while the Seaboard Coast Line railroad cuts through the western citrus and timber lands, connecting Candler to the wider regional trade network. The map captures the intricate water management system of the era, highlighted by the Moss Bluff Lock and Dam and the winding course of the Oklawaha River as it moves toward the Ocala National Forest.

Genealogists and local historians can locate specific community landmarks like St Pauls Ch, Clearwater Ch, and the small Electra Airfield near the northeastern corner. The transition from the open waters of the lakes to the dense, low-lying environments of Marshall Swamp and Heather Island illustrates the geographic diversity of Marion County before significant modern residential expansion reshaped the shoreline character.