1956 Map of Grand Island Pass

About this map

The coastal wetlands of the Mississippi-Louisiana border are meticulously documented in this survey, showcasing a complex network of waterways where Mississippi Sound meets Lake Borgne. The settlement at Ansley and the nearby Lakeshore define the northern edge of this marshy landscape, while historical land divisions like the Ebenezer Reese Claim and George Mares Claim highlight early property boundaries along the Gulf. Infrastructure is represented by the Nashville and Louisville RR, which cuts through the terrain near St Anns Ch and the Bayou Caddy Cem. Farther south, the map details the labyrinthine inlets of Heron Bay and the isolated Grand Island, separated by the namesake Grand Island Pass. Numerous smaller water bodies, including Shrimp Bayou and Redfish Bayou, illustrate the region's historical reliance on the surrounding waters for navigation and industry.