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1956 Map of St. Augustine Beach

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of St. Augustine Beach
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

Anastasia Island and the coastal barrier system dominate this 1950s era survey, showcasing the geography of St. Johns County before heavy modern development. The Matanzas River and the Intracoastal Waterway separate the mainland from the shore, where St Augustine Beach and Crescent Beach serve as primary seaside settlements. On the mainland, the landscape is defined by tidal estuaries like Moultrie Creek and Moses Creek, with the small community of Dupont Center situated to the south.

Genealogists and local historians can locate established burial grounds such as San Lorenzo Cem and Barnes Mem Cem. Public lands are well-marked, including the Anastasia State Recreation Area to the north and Butler County Park further down the coast. The map also records utilitarian landmarks of the mid-century, including a Lookout Tower and a Radio Tower, alongside developing infrastructure like a Golf Course and several trailer parks.