2024 Map of Burrwood Bayou East

About this map

Southwest Pass defines this coastal landscape where the Mississippi River delta meets the Gulf of Mexico. This survey documents a fragile maritime environment within Plaquemines Parish, focusing on the intricate network of tidal channels and basins that form the very edge of the continent. The presence of Burrwood Bayou and West Bay illustrates the dynamic nature of Louisiana’s shoreline, where sediment and saltwater continuously reshape the geography. To the east of the main pass, smaller distributaries like Outlet E-1 show the fine-grained detail of the delta’s current hydrological state. For those studying maritime history or coastal change, the map provides a precise record of how these essential shipping lanes and natural bayous interact at the gulf's threshold.