1953 Map of Taylor Creek NW

About this map

Taylor Creek and its network of seasonal drainage patterns define this Florida landscape, mapped just as the mid-century agricultural expansion was altering the regional hydrology. The terrain is characterized by a series of significant wetlands, including the extensive Fish Slough, Dad Island Slough, and Cypress Slough. These natural corridors are punctuated by local landmarks such as Dinner Hammock, a distinctive rise in an otherwise low-lying area. Evidence of early water management and land use is visible through the presence of several Flowing Wells and a Flowing Well, alongside a system of levees designed to control the movement of water across the flats. This survey by the U.S. Corps of Engineers provides a detailed view of the drainage infrastructure and natural sloughs that shaped the development of the Okeechobee interior before more modern large-scale interventions.