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1951 Map of Melbourne West
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1951 Map of Melbourne West

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

Malabar Naval Air Station anchors the southern portion of this mid-century Florida landscape, showcasing the military footprint in Brevard County just after the war years. The map documents a period of early aviation and transit, with the Melbourne-Eau Gallie Airport and the Florida East Coast railroad serving as vital infrastructure for the emerging communities of Eau Gallie and Melbourne. The western expanse is dominated by the marshy reaches of Lake Washington and the Johns River, where drainage features like a prominent Levee and various Spoil Banks indicate efforts to manage the wetlands. Small inland settlements such as June Park, Mintons Corner, and Sweetwater Camp appear as concentrated developments amidst a complex network of banks and canals. Local social and healthcare history is reflected in the presence of the State Hospital and the Melbourne Golf and Country Club.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1951
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22.9 x 26.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain