1952 Map of Lake Weohyakapka NE

About this map

Lake Kissimmee and Tiger Lake dominate this 1950s interior Florida landscape, where the water levels and wetland boundaries represent the region's character prior to major modern channelization. The Kissimmee River meanders into the northwestern reach of the lake, creating a complex system of marshy inlets and low-lying landforms like Lemon Point. The survey, conducted by the Corps of Engineers and the Geological Survey, captures a series of notable named islands within the basin, including the large Sturm Island and Buster Island, alongside smaller features such as Rabbit Island and Bird Island. Positioned along the boundary of Osceola and Polk counties, the map documents the natural drainage through Tiger Creek and the southern reaches near Brahma Island, offering a look at this subtropical lake system before significant hydrological changes were implemented.