1949 Map of Melbourne East

About this map

Melbourne serves as the focal point of this coastal survey, situated where the Melbourne Causeway bridges the Indian River to the barrier island communities of Indialantic and Melbourne Beach. The landscape is defined by the strategic transport corridor of the Florida East Coast railroad and the Intracoastal Waterway, which facilitated regional growth. In the mid-20th century, the expansion of settlements like Palm Bay and Eau Gallie is evident, while the presence of the Kennedy Municipal Airport and a Drive-in Theater reflects the era's evolving infrastructure. To the south, the terrain becomes more distinct with features such as Turkey Creek, Cape Malabar, and Whitehouse Cove, illustrating the natural transition from inland wetlands to the coastal reaches of the Atlantic Ocean.