2015 Map of Eagle Bend

About this map

Mississippi River meanders define the border landscape between Louisiana and Mississippi, carving a complex series of oxbows and islands including Henderson Island and Australia Island. This 2015 survey of the area near Brunswick shows the intricate hydrography of the region, where the Terrapin Neck Cutoff and Willow Cut Off have reshaped the river's path over time. The map details the transition from the riverbanks to the low-lying wetlands surrounding Eagle Lake and Goose Lake. Small settlements and landing points like Chotard and Bellevule are connected by local routes such as Chotard Lake Rd and Ziegler Rd. For local historians and genealogists, the placement of Brunswick Cem and Kiger Cem offers precise coordinates for family research in this dynamic riverine environment. The presence of numerous named lakes, such as Tennessee Lake and Airplane Lake, further illustrates the persistent influence of the river on the local topography.