2020 Map of Floating Turf Bayou

About this map

White Lake dominates the northern expanse of this coastal landscape, where the marshlands of Vermilion Parish meet the Gulf transition zone. The settlement of Pecan Island occupies a distinct topographic rise in the southeast, serving as a primary point of human habitation amidst an intricate network of waterways. Water management and drainage are central to the area's geography, evidenced by features such as Long Island Ditch, Big Pecan Ditch, and Hump Ditch. These man-made channels intersect with natural drainages like Floating Turf Bayou and Pigeon Bayou, illustrating the long-standing efforts to navigate and utilize the low-lying prairie and marsh. The presence of several smaller bodies of water, including Alligator Lake, Grande Volle Lake, and Bear Lake, further defines the aquatic character of the region, while La 82 provides the essential corridor for transit through the wetlands.