2020 Map of Bayou Sauveur

About this map

Bayou Sauveur winds through the intricate coastal marshlands of Terrebonne Parish, illustrating the complex hydrology of south Louisiana. The landscape is defined by its extensive network of branching waterways, where larger channels like Bayou du Large and Bayou Grand Caillou serve as primary arteries for the region's transport and drainage. Human presence is concentrated along the higher ground of the levees, specifically following the corridor of Bayou Dularge Rd and Brady Rd. This 2020 survey captures the expansive open waters of Bay Long, Moncleuse Bay, and Bay de l'Ouest, highlighting the ongoing transition between marsh and open sea. Navigational features like the Fohs Canal and numerous smaller distributaries, such as Little Lewis Bayou and Treasure Bayou, demonstrate the era's reliance on both natural and engineered water systems for movement through the wetlands.