1971 Map of Tavernier

About this map

Florida Bay dominates this orthophotomap, showing the intricate network of shoals and keys that define the transition between the mainland and the open sea in the early 1970s. The settlement of Tavernier serves as the focal point of human activity, situated along the coastal corridor where the Burton Memorial United Ch and Tavernier Harbor are located. This hybrid map combines aerial imagery with traditional topographic survey data, providing a unique look at the shallow-water environment where Everglades National Park boundaries meet the managed channels of the Intracoastal Waterway. To the west, the map reveals the natural structure of Upper Cross Bank and Ramshorn Shoal, while the smaller mangrove islands like Bottle Key, Pigeon Key, and the Bob Keys stand out against the varying depths of the submerged flats.