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1959 Map of Madison

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Madison
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

Madison serves as the regional hub in this mid-century survey, showcasing a landscape where civic institutions and natural wetlands define the North Florida interior. The town core is anchored by the Courthouse and Hospital, with the campus of North Florida Junior College and the County Training Sch indicating its role as an educational center for the county. The arrival of the Georgia and Florida RR and the proximity of the Madison Country Club suggest a town balanced between industry and established social life.

Beyond the settled grid, the topography is dominated by numerous water bodies and lowlands, such as Mystic Lake, Lake Rachel, and Messer Prairie. These features, along with scattered landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and Radio Tower (WMAF), reflect the mid-century character of rural Florida. Rural life is further mapped through foundational community sites like St Lukes Ch, Evergreen Ch, and the Bethlehem Sch, providing valuable points of reference for those tracing local family history.