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2012 Map of Dodson

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Dodson serves as the primary hub of this north-central Louisiana landscape, situated where local routes like Gansville Rd and Keith Rd converge near the rail line. The map reflects a region defined by its natural resources, evidenced by the Gansville Gas Field to the west and the Dodson Gas Field to the east. These industrial zones are integrated into a densely wooded terrain drained by a complex network of waterways, including Hurricane Cr and Luke Cr, which flow toward the Dugdemona River along the southern border.

Small settlements such as Milams and Chembon Spur highlight the distributed nature of the local community, while the Winona Lookout Tower stands as a prominent landmark on the high ground south of town. For those studying the rural infrastructure of Winn Parish, the map details an extensive network of parish roads that navigate the meandering courses of Brushy Cr and Cypress Cr, illustrating how the timber and energy economies have shaped the land.