1935 Map of Cameron

About this map

Cameron serves as the focal point of this coastal survey, situated where the Calcasieu Pass meets the Gulf of Mexico. The landscape is defined by the complex movement of water between Calcasieu Lake and the sea, with the West Fork and East Fork bifurcating around St Johns Island. Land use in the mid-1930s followed the natural elevations of the Back Ridge, where early infrastructure like State Highway No 104 and State Highway No 42 began to formalize local travel. Historical maritime interests are anchored by the Calcasieu Light, while the presence of the Rose Sch near the eastern margin reflects a growing coastal community. The detailed mapping of the Mud Flat and various jetties reveals the ongoing efforts to manage the volatile shoreline and navigate the bayous, such as Tripod Bayou, that lace this marshy environment.