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1994 Map of Hathaway

Name: 1994 Topographic Map of Hathaway
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1996
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1996

About this map

Hathaway and the surrounding agricultural lands of Jefferson Davis Parish are defined by a complex network of waterways and irrigation infrastructure mid-way through the 1990s. The landscape is dominated by the meandering course of Bayou Nezpique along the eastern boundary, while the interior is drained by West Bayou Grand Marais, Middle Bayou Grand Marais, and the seasonal flow of Gully Gum. The integration of man-made features like the Tiptop Canal and various unnamed wells and pipelines illustrates the region's reliance on water management for its rural economy.

Small rural clusters like Raymond and Panchoville serve as local hubs, connected by a grid of section lines and secondary roads. Unique landmarks such as a Landing Strip, a Comm Tower, and a Sandpit southeast of the main settlements provide specific points of interest for local history. Several small cemeteries, simply marked Cem, are tucked away near the bayous, offering valuable data for genealogists tracing family roots in this Louisiana prairie region.