1958 Map of Fort Necessity, 1979 Print
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1958 Map of Fort Necessity

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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Franklin Parish and the surrounding lowlands of the Boeuf River basin are defined by a complex network of bayous and oxbow lakes in the late 1950s. The settlement at Ft Necessity serves as a hub for a dispersed rural population, supported by institutions like the Ft Necessity Sch and the nearby Boeuf Prairie Ch. The landscape is a mosaic of water and ridges, where Lafourche Bayou and the Lafourche Cutoff indicate significant hydrological management in the area. Genealogists will find numerous family-named landmarks and rural burial sites, including Sims Cem and Pardue Cem. Educational history is well-represented by facilities such as the Booker T Washington Sch and Egypt Sch, reflecting the community structure of the era. The presence of features like the Fish Hatchery and numerous gaging stations highlights the importance of the river systems to the local economy and environment.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1958
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17.9 x 21.7 inches

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