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2015 Map of French Settlement

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of French Settlement
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

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The Amite River winds through the heart of this landscape, marking the boundary between Livingston Parish and Ascension Parish. This 2015 survey details a region defined by its complex hydrology, where the river connects with Colyell Bay and the Diversion Canal. The settlement pattern follows the high ground and riverbanks, with established communities like French Settlement, Port Vincent, and Head of Island serving as local hubs.

Genealogists will find a wealth of local history in the numerous family and community burial sites, such as Wall Cem, Watson Cem, and Doug Decoteau Cem. The cultural history of the area is further anchored by religious landmarks including Saint Joseph Catholic Cem and Saint William Catholic Cem. Geographic interest is also found in features like the Indian Mound near Gregory Point and the transition from the river bottomlands to the Laurel Ridge area.