1975 Map of Socrum

About this map

The low-lying wetlands of north-central Florida are meticulously documented here, where the borders of Pasco, Hillsborough, and Polk counties converge. The drainage of Itchepackesassa Creek and Blackwater Creek into the Hillsborough River dominates the landscape, creating a mosaic of swamps and hammocks. Small communities such as Socrum and Kathleen are visible in the southeast, while the settlement of Millard sits further north along the Seaboard Coast Line railroad. Local landmarks like the Bethel Ch and the Fish Hatchery provide glimpses into the rural social and economic fabric of the mid-1970s. The presence of the Lookout Tower and various gaging stations reflects the active management of this water-rich environment, while roads like the Old Dade City Road and Rock Ridge Road maintain the region's historic connectivity.