2024 Map of Dixie

About this map

The Red River carves a complex, winding path through the borderlands of Caddo and Bossier Parishes, leaving behind a landscape defined by oxbows and relic waterways. This modern survey captures the intricate drainage patterns of the bottomlands, where Sullivan Slough and the Moon Lake Bed signify the river's historical shifts. Small settlements like Belcher, Hayti, and Dixie are concentrated west of the river along Dixie Shreveport Rd, while the eastern side near Benton is marked by the distinct elevation of Hurricane Bluffs. The map documents numerous local burial grounds, including the Saint Paul Church Cem and the George Family Cem, providing essential data for genealogical research in this rural corridor. Navigation history is preserved through the locations of the Brier Field Ferry and Sentell Ferry, which once linked these riverfront communities.