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2018 Map of Bossier Point

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Bossier Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The low-lying wetlands where the Red River meets Lake Bistineau define this part of the Louisiana landscape, showing a complex network of waterways at the border of Bossier, Caddo, and Bienville parishes. Small settlements like Cooterville, Ninock, and Poole are situated near the banks, reflecting the historic reliance on the river and rail corridors. The presence of the Mary Magdalene Cem provides a specific point of interest for genealogists researching the local families of this riverine district.

The topography is marked by named elevations within the marshy bottomlands, including Bossier Point, High Island, and Bear Island. Extensive drainage features such as Loggy Bayou, Hargis Bayou, and Potts Bayou illustrate the hydrological patterns that have long shaped land use and property boundaries in this region. From the wide waters of Lake Bistineau to the sharp curve of the Grand Bend along the Red River, the map traces the intersection of water and settlement.