1954 Map of Steinhatchee SE

About this map

Butler Cem stands as a solitary cultural marker in the southeast corner of this coastal Florida landscape, which was meticulously surveyed in the mid-1950s. The terrain is defined by an extensive network of wetlands and seasonal drainages leading toward the Gulf of Mexico. Large, named swamp systems dominate the interior, including Rocky Creek Swamp, Blue Lake Swamp, and Bear Bay Swamp. These features illustrate the low-lying, hydrologically complex nature of Dixie County's coastline before significant modern development. The map details how the water-saturated land is segmented into various basins like Tiger Bay and Cedar Swamp, while Little Rock Swamp occupies the eastern boundary. This survey offers a clear view of the natural drainage patterns and the sparse human footprint in this wilderness area during the early post-war era.