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1954 Map of Haaswood

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Haaswood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1954
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1954

About this map

The Pearl River dominates this 1954 advance sheet, defining the boundary between Louisiana and Mississippi amidst a complex network of wetlands and minor waterways. The map illustrates a landscape of sluggish bayous and isolated ponds, such as Starvation Lake and English Sally Miller Pond, where the land is often more water than solid ground. The settlement of Haaswood appears near the western edge along the Southern Ry corridor, providing a glimpse into the rail-dependent economy of St Tammany Parish during the mid-20th century.

Evidence of local community life is found south of the main rail line at the Indian Village Sch and Hartsell Ch. These landmarks, along with the Indian Village Log trail, suggest established routes through the marshy terrain. The eastern riverbanks feature historic landing spots like Gainesville and Logtown, while internal features like Goat Island and Steamboat Bayou underscore the importance of river navigation and seasonal water levels in this coastal environment.