1949 Map of Melbourne West

About this map

The St Johns River and Lake Washington dominate the western marshlands of this Florida coastal region, providing a stark contrast to the rapidly expanding urban corridor to the east. As seen in this mid-century survey with 1980 revisions, the landscape is defined by extensive water management features, including the Melbourne Tillman Canal and numerous segments of Spoil Bank. The eastern half shows significant development around Melbourne and Eau Gallie, supported by the Florida East Coast railway and the presence of the Air Force Eastern Test Range (Malabar Annex). Smaller communities such as Melbourne Village, June Park, and Palm Bay are clearly mapped, alongside local landmarks like the Melbourne Golf and Country Club and the Filtration Plant. This era reflects the integration of military facilities and civil infrastructure within the subtropical wetlands.