2010 Map of Big Hill Bayou

About this map

The Intracoastal Waterway cuts a straight path through the low-lying coastal marshes of Jefferson County, defining the industrial and maritime character of this landscape near Port Arthur. This 2010 survey illustrates a complex hydrologic network where the Big Hill Reservoir and the Taylor Bayou Outfall Canal interface with natural features like Taylor Bayou and Big Hill Bayou. The terrain is characterized by slightly elevated rises known as islands, including Hog Island and Gum Island, which stand out amidst the extensive Willow Slough Marsh. Numerous water bodies such as Shallow Prong Lake, Blind Lake, and Barnett Lake dot the wetlands, reflecting the intricate drainage patterns of the Texas Gulf Coast. Aside from the ironically named Need More Rd, the area remains largely defined by its water management systems and natural bayous.