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1968 Map of Wannee

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Wannee
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

The Suwannee River carves a winding path along the boundary of Dixie and Gilchrist counties, serving as the central artery for a landscape defined by riverside landings and freshwater springs. This 1968 survey, updated with 1980s aerial data, reveals a rural economy centered on the river and scattered agricultural clearings like Tomlinson Prairie and Beason Prairie. Local life is anchored by small communities and spiritual centers, such as Wannee and the McCrabb Ch area.

The presence of numerous named springs, including Sun Springs, Hart Springs, and Otter Springs, suggests a region where the aquifer reaches the surface in high concentration. Historical traces are evident in riverfront features like Log Landing and McCrabb Landing, alongside inland landmarks such as the Fayetteville Cem and Old Town Hammock. These labels provide essential data for genealogists tracing family ties in North Central Florida.