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1975 Map of Providence

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Providence serves as a central hub in this Polk County landscape during the mid-1970s, characterized by a transition from rural homesteads to industrial extraction. To the south and east, the expansion of Lakeland is evident, while the presence of Strip Mines in the southeast corner reflects the region's significant phosphate mining economy. The map preserves the locations of local landmarks such as German Ch and the Radio Tower, alongside smaller community clusters like Orangedale and Fox Town. This survey captures the area just as suburban development began encroaching on the network of local thoroughfares, including Socrum Loop Rd and Rock Ridge Road. Transportation and utility infrastructure are well-documented, from the McCollum Airport and its associated Drag Strip Rd to several scattered Fish Hatchery sites that dot the wetland-heavy terrain.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1975
Date Published1988
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain