1956 Map of Colfax

About this map

Colfax and the surrounding terrain of the Kisatchie National Forest are defined by the convergence of river lowlands and timbered ridges. Situated along the Kansas City Southern and Red River and Gulf railroads, the area showcases a mid-century landscape of logging and rural settlement. Central to the map is Lake Latt, which drains south toward the Red River via a complex network including Rigolette Bayou and Bonaparte Creek. Local genealogy and community history are preserved through numerous landmarks like Zion Hill Ch, Hebron Ch Cem, and Fairfield Ch. Significant gravel operations and industrial sites such as Gravel Pits near Rock Hill and the Colfax Lookout Tower reflect the local economy’s reliance on the land's natural resources during this era of post-war development.