The Vermilion River and Bayou Tortue weave through the heart of this Acadiana landscape, defining a region where urban expansion meets historic watercourses. In the southwest, Broussard and Youngsville show significant suburban development, while the northern reaches maintain a more open character near Larabee and Ruth. The presence of the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve highlights the area's ecological and cultural importance. Regional infrastructure is anchored by the Lafayette Regional Airport, with aviation history further represented by smaller sites like Spillers Club Airport. Water management and drainage are evident through features such as the Evangeline Canal and Ruth Canal, which connect to natural features like Lake la Pointe. This map documents a transitional period as the Lafayette metro area extends toward established settlements like Billeaud and Pilette.
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1939 · St. Martinsville
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1940 · Arnaudville
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1946 · Milton
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1946 · Lafayette
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1952 · Lake Charles
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1954 · Lafayette
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1954 · Milton
USGS Topo · 1:31,680
1954 · Lake Charles
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1954 · Baton Rouge
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1955 · Lafayette
USGS Topo · 1:24,000