1993 Map of Alligator Hole Marsh

About this map

Alligator Hole Marsh and the surrounding coastal wetlands of Jefferson County define this landscape, where a complex network of bayous and gullies meets heavy industrial development. The terrain is characterized by the Willow Slough Marsh and Taylor Bayou, while the human footprint is marked by significant energy infrastructure. The presence of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and various oil developments, including the Gum Island Oil Field, La Belle Oil Field, and Fannett Oil Field, illustrates the area's role in the Gulf Coast's petroleum economy. Navigational and recreational features such as a Landing Strip, the Port Arthur Country Club, and several radio towers are scattered throughout the low-lying plains. Local transit is facilitated by Needmore Road and La Belle Road, providing access to isolated pumping stations and oil wells tied together by an extensive grid of pipelines.