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2012 Map of De Loutre

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of De Loutre
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Bayou de Loutre meanders through the heart of this Louisiana landscape, defining the character of the Union Parish countryside just before the modern era. Small settlements like Canbeal, De Loutre, and Quigley anchor a network of rural roads and timbered corridors, showing the enduring structure of these communities. The topography is marked by several family-named and local landmarks, including Taylor Cem and Edwards Cem, which provide significant value for genealogists tracing regional roots.

The southern edge of the map features the upper reaches of Bayou D'Arbonne Lake, where numerous creeks such as Horse Pen Cr and Tiger Cr feed into the watershed. The presence of a Railroad Br over the bayou near De Loutre indicates the historical importance of rail transport in moving resources through this heavily wooded territory. This detailed view captures the transition between high-ground settlements and the intricate bottomlands of the bayou system.