1979 Map of Forked Island NW, 1980 Print
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1979 Map of Forked Island NW

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

The low-lying coastal prairie and marshlands of Vermilion Parish are defined here by an intricate network of drainage and irrigation infrastructure, notably the Intracoastal Waterway running across the southern reaches. This 1970s landscape reveals the heavy influence of the local petroleum industry, with numerous Oil Wells, Gas Wells, and a dedicated Pumping Station situated among the agricultural plots. Evidence of family history and community life is visible at St Davids Ch and the Marceaux Cem, while transportation is facilitated by the Louisiana-Meridian Canal and a Ferry crossing the main waterway. The reliance on water management for rice farming or pasture is underscored by specialized structures like a Flume and several Siphon points connecting the Spencer Canal and Kaplan Canal.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1979
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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