1967 Map of Delacroix

About this map

St Bernard and the surrounding marshlands of the lower Mississippi delta are defined by an intricate network of drainage and transportation canals that supported the region's mid-century expansion. The landscape is bisected by the Southern Railroad and Bayou Terre aux Boeufs, where linear settlements like Toca, Kenilworth, and Verret hug the higher ground of the natural levees. To the south, Lake Lery and Lost Lake dominate a watery expanse crisscrossed by numerous waterways such as the Forty Arpent Canal and Magnolia Canal. This survey captures the transition of the marsh, showing a Control Structure Under Construction and significant spoil areas that reflect ongoing hydrological engineering and land reclamation efforts. Local history is anchored by landmarks such as Creedmore Ch, True Love Cem, and the St Bernard High Sch, marking the cultural centers of these tight-knit bayou communities.