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1954 Map of Steinhatchee

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Steinhatchee
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The Steinhatchee River defines the boundary between Taylor and Dixie Counties as it flows into Deadman Bay. This 1954 survey provides an intricate view of the Big Bend coastline before modern development altered the shoreline dynamics. The settlement of Steinhatchee sits at the river's mouth, serving as a hub for a landscape dominated by tidal creeks and sprawling wetlands. Inland, Hickory Ridge rises slightly above the surrounding marshes, while the expansive Pine Log Swamp occupies the southeastern corner of the quadrangle.

Waterways like Dallus Creek, Salt Creek, and Porpoise Creek weave through the salt marshes, protected from the open Gulf of Mexico by the extensive Shell Reefs. Notable coastal landmarks such as Little Grass Island, Rock Point, and Hardy Point ground the maritime character of the region. The map also records the location of the Dallus Creek Landing, reflecting the area's historical reliance on small-craft navigation and fishing.