2015 Map of Gonzales

About this map

Gonzales sits at the heart of this survey, surrounded by a dense network of bayous and traditional River Parish settlements. The landscape is defined by its relationship with water, from the winding Mississippi River at Point Houmas to the engineered Panama Canal and the natural courses of Boyle Bayou and Bayou Francois. The area exhibits a significant concentration of local heritage sites, particularly in its many cemeteries and churches such as Saint Theresa of Avila Catholic Cem and Little Zion Baptist Cem. Transportation infrastructure is a primary feature, shown through the Illinois Central Rd corridor and the Louisiana Regional Airport, which serve the growing communities of Burnside, Sorrento, and Weber City. The map captures a transition between the established riverfront enclaves like Hillaryville and the modern suburban expansion of the Ascension Parish interior.