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1956 Map of Myakka Head

USGS Topo · Published 1977

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Myakka Head and its surrounding wetlands occupy this mid-century landscape along the border of Manatee and Hardee counties. The area is defined by an intricate network of waterways, with the Myakka River and Wingate Creek winding through the western terrain, while the West Fork joins Horse Creek in the northeast. This topography shows the inland Florida interior prior to extensive modern development, characterized by numerous marshes, sloughs, and named drainage branches like Elder Branch and Cypress Branch. Cultural landmarks are sparse but significant for local history, including the New Zion Ch and the small clearing at Myakka Head Park. The map documents a rural era when 64 served as the primary east-west artery through a landscape of palmetto and pine, providing a clear record of the region's natural drainage patterns before later land modifications.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1977
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain