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1948 Map of Foster

Name: 1948 Topographic Map of Foster
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

The winding Bayou Teche defines the cultural and industrial corridor of this mid-century Louisiana landscape, flanked by the sprawling wetlands of the Atchafalaya Basin. Along this historic waterway, settlements like Franklin and Centerville thrive amidst a complex network of sugar plantations and early industry, evidenced by landmarks such as Oaklawn Manor and Camperdown. The survey captures a high density of community centers, including St John Ch & Cem and Oaklawn Ch & Sch, reflecting the deep-rooted genealogical history of St. Martin and St. Mary Parishes.

Eastward, the terrain transitions into the watery expanse of Grand Lake and Six Mile Lake, where a labyrinth of passes such as Cypress Pass and Duck Lake Pass navigate around islands like Tiger Island and American Island. The presence of the City Of Franklin Pumping Station and various gages highlights the ongoing engineering efforts to manage the basin’s hydrology. Both the Missouri Pacific and Southern Pacific railroads parallel the bayou, cementing this region's role as a vital transportation artery between the swamps and the sea.