1992 Map of Grosse Tete SW
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1992 Map of Grosse Tete SW

USGS Topo · Published 1992

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Atchafalaya Basin Floodway dominates the landscape of this portion of Iberville Parish, characterized by an intricate network of wetlands, canals, and natural waterways. The southeastern corner reveals significant industrial footprint with the Bayou Blue Oil Field, where a dense concentration of infrastructure sits amidst the swampy terrain. Hydrological control is a defining theme of the area, anchored by the Maringouin Protection Levee which separates the wilder reaches of the floodway from more managed sections. Water bodies like Smith Lake, Halfway Lake, and Bogan Bayou weave through the basin, illustrating the complex drainage patterns of the Louisiana lowlands. The presence of numerous four-wheel-drive trails and pipelines suggests a landscape heavily utilized for resource extraction and water management, while the Atchafalaya River itself serves as the primary artery for this massive alluvial system.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1992
Date Published1992
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.6 x 26.8 inches

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