2018 Map of Floating Turf Bayou

About this map

Pecan Island stands as the primary topographical and cultural anchor in this coastal marshland landscape on the border of Cameron Parish and Vermilion Parish. The map reveals a complex hydraulic environment defined by a network of drainage infrastructure and natural waterways, including Big Pecan Ditch and Long Island Ditch, which cut through the wetlands to manage water levels across the chenier. This coastal geography is further shaped by prominent bodies of water such as Alligator Lake, Grande Volle Lake, and Bear Lake, which sit just inland from the gulf-adjacent marshes. The presence of La 82 provides the sole terrestrial artery through this region, connecting the small settlement at Pecan Island to the broader parish. The land is characterized by its tidal influence, with Floating Turf Bayou and Pigeon Bayou meandering through the low-lying reaches, reflecting the transition between stable ridges and the shifting marsh environment.