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2012 Map of Basile

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Basile
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The town of Basile serves as the focal point for this landscape in Evangeline Parish, where the Acadian prairie meets the winding course of Bayou Nezpique. The map illustrates a region defined by its energy and agricultural sectors, featuring the expansive North Tepetate Oil and Gas Field and the adjacent Tepetate Oil and Gas Field. This industrial footprint is integrated into a network of drainage and transport systems, including the Mamou Canal and Berwick Cr.

Smaller rural settlements and localities such as Tepetate, Redich, Unatex, and Tyrone are connected by a grid of named local roads, many reflecting family lineages of the area. Genealogists can identify significant landmarks like Langley Cem and Reed Cem, while aviation history is represented by Millers Flying Service Airport. The map provides a detailed view of the transition between developed town centers and the specialized infrastructure of the Louisiana oil and gas industry during the early 21st century.