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1975 Map of Socrum

Name: 1975 Topographic Map of Socrum
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

The Upper Hillsborough State Wildlife Management Area dominates the western landscape of this mid-1970s survey, where the Hillsborough River and its swampy tributaries meet the Pasco and Polk County line. The settlement of Socrum sits at a crossroads in the east, characterized by a pattern of small lakes and agricultural roads. Farther south, the town of Kathleen appears near the CSX rail line, which cuts diagonally through the terrain.

A network of family-named roads, such as Selph Road and Raulerson Road, connects scattered homesteads and local landmarks like Bethel Ch. Notable water features include Indian Lake, Avenue Pond, and the winding course of Blackwater Creek. The presence of a Quarry and a Tailings Pond indicates the area's industrial activity, while the Fish Hatchery and Lookout Tower reflect the region's managed natural resources during this era.