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2012 Map of Belle d'Eau

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Red River sweeps across the northern reaches of this landscape, defining a geography of levees and low-lying basins in Avoyelles Parish. Near Echo Landing, the small settlement of Echo serves as a local hub, complete with its own Po (Post Office) and a network of river-adjacent roads like River Rd and Levee Rd. The interior reveals a pattern of agricultural drainage and natural waterways, including the winding Coulée du Pêcheur and Bayou des Allemands.

Tracing family names through the local road network—such as Edmond Dauzat Rd, Lachney Rd, and Guillory Ln—provides a clear look at the residential development of the early 21st century. The map identifies several distinct communities, from Belle d'Eau and its accompanying Belle D'Eau Airstrip to the southern settlements of Oklahoma and Norma. Natural landmarks like Île des Côtes and Les Grandes Côtes highlight the subtle elevation changes in this alluvial terrain.