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1973 Map of Sarasota

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Sarasota
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

Sarasota and its sprawling coastal barrier islands are depicted in this 1970s era survey, capturing the region's mid-century expansion and maritime orientation. The map illustrates the complex waterway system of Sarasota Bay and Roberts Bay, joined to the Gulf of Mexico by Big Sarasota Pass and New Pass. Landmark causeways like the Ringling Causeway connect the mainland to developed keys, including St Armands Key, Lido Key, and Bird Key.

On the mainland, residential growth is evident in neighborhoods like Sarasota Heights and Beverley Terrace, while established infrastructure such as the Payne Terminal and Sarasota Mem Park serve the community. The presence of numerous schools, including Booker Schools and Bay Haven Sch, alongside the CSX rail line and Tamiami Trail, highlights the city's role as a transportation and educational hub for the Gulf Coast during this period.