1968 Map of Butte La Rose

About this map

The Atchafalaya Basin Floodway dominates this mid-century landscape, revealing a complex network of waterways and managed drainage in St. Martin Parish. The settlement of Butte La Rose sits at a critical bend where Bayou La Rose meets the Atchafalaya River, serving as a hub for local river navigation. To the west, the map details the intricate hydraulics of Opelousas Bay and Haha Bay, while the Whisky Bay Pilot Channel and the Butte La Rose Cutoff demonstrate the extensive engineering efforts used to control the basin's flow. Industry is visible at the Bouillon Gas and Oil Field, reflecting the area's economic reliance on natural resources. Local landmarks like the Atchafalaya Radio Tower at Pelba and the Davis Roadside Park provide specific points of reference for those researching the historical geography of this wetland region.