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FL 1 1. Paynes Prairie. Acreage: 5000 estimated. 



Location: Alachua County; Micanopy Quadrangle; 3 miles S of Gainesville on 

 Rt. 441. 



Description: An extensive expanse of wet prairie and marshland situated in a 

 natural limestone sink which became plugged, forming a lake. Grassy prairie in- 

 cludes scattered shallow lakes. The botanist, Bartram, first described this area in 

 1774. A tremendous diversity of aquatic plants and water birds inhabit the area. 

 There is a scenic interpretive roadside stop on Rt. 441 . 



Encroachments: Water level is currently maintained by a series of pumps and 

 canals. Grazing and other agricultural activities. 



Data source: W. A. Niering, Box 1511, Connecticut College, New London, 

 Conn. 06320. 



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