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1954 Map of Chasmore

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Chasmore
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1954
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1954

About this map

Kisatchie National Forest dominates the northern portion of this landscape, where a network of logging history is etched into the terrain. The presence of the Old Logging Railroad Grade and the Colorado and Santa Fe Railroad Grade indicates a heavy industrial reliance on timber extraction during the early 20th century. Settlements like Chasmore and Tennant are situated near these former rail lines, serving as points of interest for those tracing the development of the timber economy in this region of Louisiana.

Community life is anchored by small landmarks such as Davis Mill Sch, Providence Ch, and Diamond Ch, which reflect the dispersed rural settlement pattern. The map follows the drainage of Bundick Creek and its many tributaries, including Hogpen Branch and Little Clear Cr., illustrating the intricate waterways that defined property lines and travel routes before modern highways. The boundary between Vernon Parish and Beauregard Parish is clearly delineated across the southern edge, providing a precise reference for local genealogists.