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1957 Map of Venus SW, 1973 Print
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1957 Map of Venus SW

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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The swampy lowlands along the boundary of Highlands Co and Glades Co define this mid-century survey of the Florida interior. The landscape is dominated by a complex network of wetlands and sluggish watercourses, including the prominent Fisheating Creek and a series of named drainages like Joe Slough, John Henry Slough, and Gannet Slough. These features reveal a territory where water management and natural drainage dictated the patterns of human activity. Settled life is sparse, centered near Old Venus on the eastern edge of the quadrangle. Small-scale aviation and land access are indicated by a solitary Landing Strip, highlighting the necessity of air travel in navigating the more isolated reaches of the South Florida wetlands. The map provides a look at the region before significant modern development, showing the transition between natural marshlands and early agricultural clearings near Clay Slough.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1957
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain