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1971 Map of Gardner

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Gardner
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

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Hot Wells and the surrounding pine-rich landscape of Kisatchie National Forest anchor this 1970s survey. The area is defined by its intricate hydrology, where Cocodrie Bayou and Jean de Jean Bayou meander through a series of small lakes like Crane Lake and Gourney Lake. This period captures the landscape just before significant modern development, with the Kincaid Reservoir and Lake Cotile providing established recreational hubs.

Evidence of early local settlement is abundant, from the Old Railroad Grade running through the southern forest to numerous rural spiritual centers like Red Store Ch, Laurel Hill Ch, and Calvary Ch. Genealogists will find value in the specific placement of family-named sites such as Texada Cem, McNutt Cem, and the Dark Neal Cem. The presence of a Flowing Well at Hot Wells highlights the unique geothermal characteristics of this central Louisiana region.