#and clay soils -shells and marl deposits- once an ancient seabed.

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The Draining of Allapattah Flats-C-23

Recently I wrote a post entitled: “Learning the Beauty of Pre-Drainage Lands – St Lucie Canal.” One of the most prevalent natural features asked about is “Allapattah Flats.” I recall hearing the mysterious words “Allapattah Flats” while growing up in Martin County. Now, almost 60 years later, I recognize I really do not know what they were… Page 1, EDD 1915 St Lucie Canal Survey Lake Okeechobee…