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🗺️ Florida’s Growth — Built on Water and Rail

This historic 1890 Township Map of Peninsular Florida tells the story of a rapidly changing state.

Look closely, and you’ll see two defining features shaping Florida at the time:
🚂 Expanding railroad lines connecting communities
💧 Extensive waterways guiding settlement and development

Before modern highways, rail and water worked hand-in-hand — railroads opened the interior, while rivers, lakes, and wetlands remained essential for transportation, agriculture, and daily life.

🌿 But while infrastructure expanded, Florida’s natural systems remained the foundation — especially its water.

Today, the St. Johns River Water Management District continues that legacy by:
• Protecting water resources
• Managing flood protection
• Supporting sustainable growth across our region

📍 This map is more than history — it’s a reminder that Florida’s future has always depended on how we manage its water.

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