1975 Map of Cameron

About this map

Cameron stands at the strategic intersection of coastal marshes and the shipping channel during the mid-1970s. This orthophotoquad captures the physical reality of the Louisiana coastline, where the settlement is bound by the waters of Calcasieu Lake to the north and the Gulf of Mexico to the south. The imagery highlights the industrial and maritime character of the town, particularly along the banks of Calcasieu Pass, which serves as a vital conduit for vessel traffic. Unlike traditional topographic maps, this aerial perspective reveals the intricate patterns of marshland drainage and the precise layout of local infrastructure, including the piers and roadways that supported the region's fishing and oil industries at the time of the flight in March 1975.