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1956 Map of Punta Gorda SE, 1973 Print
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1956 Map of Punta Gorda SE

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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Charlotte Harbor dominates the western half of this coastal landscape, where the shifting shoreline meets a complex network of mangrove keys and tidal creeks. The eastern interior shows the early development of South Punta Gorda Heights and Tropical Gulf Acres, neighborhoods defined by a rigid grid of roads that contrast with the organic meander of Yucca Pen Creek and Winegourd Creek. Numerous flowing wells and borrow pits across the flatlands point to the hydrological management required for residential expansion during the mid-20th century. Along the intricate coast, features like Cockroach Mound and Pirate Harbor mark the transition from natural marshes to settled waterfront. The map also captures the maritime navigation of the era, anchored by the Charlotte Harbor Light No 2 and the sheltered waters of John Quiet Lakes.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain