1962 Map of Lake Woodruff

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Ocala National Forest dominates the southwestern quadrant of this Florida landscape, where the dense woodlands meet the intricate wetlands of the St Johns River basin. This 1962 survey reveals a complex hydrological network defined by Lake Dexter and Lake Woodruff, connected by a winding river channel and numerous secondary waterways like the Norris Dead River and St Francis Dead River. Small residential pockets and landings such as Saint Francis, Mosquito Grove, and Dexter Point dot the riverbanks, suggesting a lifestyle deeply tied to the water before significant modern development. In the south, more concentrated settlements like Lake Kathryn Heights, Fullerville, and Forest Hills appear near the Whitehair Bridge, providing a clear record of local geography and road networks in Volusia County during the early 1960s.