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2012 Map of Gray

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Gray
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

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The low-lying coastal landscape of Terrebonne Parish reveals a complex network of bayous and historic landholdings in this 2012 study. Bayou Terrebonne and Ouiski Bayou thread through the terrain, defining the local hydrology alongside several legacy tracts including Magnolia Plantation, Minerva Plantation, and Rebecca Plantation. These named estates reflect the long-standing agricultural history of the region. The modern settlement pattern is visible in the clusters of Schriever, Gray, and Ellendale, while aviation infrastructure is anchored by the Thibodaux Municipal Airport in the northern reach.

Genealogists and local historians can trace several significant burial sites across the quadrangle, from the Garden of Memories Cem near Fairlane to the Saint Francis Cem at the southern edge. The map captures the transition from traditional water-bound commerce to suburban development, evident in established communities like Ardoyne and newer residential strips such as Highland Park and Oakshire Manor. Navigation of the interior is marked by historic waterways like Little Bayou Black and the Bayou Grand Coteau.