2015 Map of Bossier City

About this map

The Red River carves a deep boundary between Shreveport and Bossier City, defining the urban and industrial development of this Northwest Louisiana landscape. In the mid-2010s, the area shows a dense network of suburban growth alongside legacy industrial and military sites, such as the sprawling Barksdale Air Force Base and the Shreveport Downtown Airport. Moving north from the city centers, the terrain transitions into a complex system of bayous and lakes, including Willow Chute, Benoit Bayou, and Swan Lake, where smaller settlements like Vanceville and Brownlee are situated. Significant local landmarks such as Bossier Parish Community College and historic sites like Mount Zion Cem and Greenwood Cem offer essential points of interest for genealogists. The transportation infrastructure is anchored by major thoroughfares like Barksdale Blvd and the Long Allen Bridge, which facilitate the connection across the river's floodplain.