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1949 Map of Rodman

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Rodman
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1953
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1953

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Ocala National Forest anchors the southwestern corner of this survey, where the Oklawaha River forms a winding natural boundary between Putnam and Marion Counties. The landscape is dominated by a complex network of wetlands and namesake landmarks like The Slash and Cow Heaven Bay, reflecting the seasonal hydrology of mid-century Florida before large-scale drainage projects. Local industry is clearly marked by the presence of a sawmill near the center of the sheet and another in Hollister, illustrating the importance of timber to the regional economy.

Transportation corridors are defined by the Atlantic Coast Line railroad cutting across the northern reaches through Interlachen and Hunter. Along the river, points of interest like Blue Springs and Cedar Landing suggest historical water access and recreation sites. The small settlement of Rodman and the nearby Rainbow Ranch provide evidence of early agricultural and community development in this interior pocket of the state.