1983 Map of Coochie Brake

About this map

Coochie Brake dominates the central landscape of this Winn Parish quadrangle, providing a detailed look at the complex hydrology and forest management of central Louisiana in the early 1980s. Much of the western and southern terrain is encompassed by the Kisatchie National Forest, where a network of drainages including Nantachie Creek, Cypress Branch, and Joe Mitchell Branch weave through the timberlands. Cultural footprints are sparse but significant for genealogical research, with landmarks like Kimbrell Cem, Double Ch, and Bethlehem Ch marking established rural communities. Evidence of industrial history appears in the form of an Old R R Grade and scattered Gravel Pits, indicating how the land was utilized for transport and resource extraction prior to more modern forest conservation efforts. The map also identifies local high points such as Black Mountain near the northern boundary of the forest.