2015 Map of Murdock NE

About this map

Hydrological features like Big Slough Canal and Wildcat Slough define the drainage of this Southwest Florida landscape where the boundaries of Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto counties meet. The area is characterized by large agricultural and ranching holdings, evidenced by named thoroughfares such as Walton Ranch Rd and Longino Ranch Rd. These routes connect the open terrain to the primary east-west artery of Sr-72. The map also preserves traces of historical industry and local travel through names like Turpentine Still Rd and Tampensi Trl. In the northeastern corner, Buzzard Roost Br crosses a creek, marking a point of interest for local historians and genealogists tracking the development of these rural inland townships. The transition from natural sloughs to engineered drainage canals reflects the evolution of water management in the region.