1948 Map of St. Lucie Inlet

About this map

Stuart and Port Salerno anchor this coastal landscape where the St Lucie River and Indian River converge to meet the Atlantic Ocean. The geography of the late 1940s is defined by sprawling Spanish land grants, including the Hanson Grant and Gomez Grant, which reflect the region's colonial heritage. Significant post-war developments like the aviation facilities at Witham Field and the expansion of communities such as Port Sewall and Sewalls Point indicate a shift toward modern growth along the barrier islands and waterfront. The rail-connected economy is traced via the Florida East Coast line, while the preservation of natural stretches is evident at the Savannas State Preserve and the southern edge of the Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge. Coastal navigation is detailed through markers like the St Lucie Inlet and the sheltered waters of the Jensen Beach to Jupiter Inlet Aquatic Preserve.