1974 Map of Odessa

About this map

The unincorporated settlement of Odessa and the surrounding lake country of West Central Florida are captured during a period of transition in the 1970s and 1980s. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of cypress strands and freshwater basins, including Keystone Lake, Mound Lake, and Lake Geneva. Ancient cultural markers like the Indian Mounds near Lake Calm persist alongside modern developments such as the West Pasco Airpark and Sierra Pines. Transportation history is visible through the Old Grade Railroad, which traces a path through the northern woods near the Anclote River. This map highlights several community hubs like Camp Keystone and Camp Singing Pines, reflecting the region's mid-century role as a retreat for youth organizations. The border between Pasco Co and Hillsborough Co bisects this lake-strewn area, showing the residential expansion encroaching on traditional citrus and ranch lands.