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1956 Map of Hecker

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Hecker
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The Calcasieu River winds through this southwestern Louisiana landscape, defining a terrain shaped by both natural waterways and mid-century industrial development. Along the river's path, local landmarks like Stackpole Island and Point Fine appear alongside the intricate meanders of Serpent Bayou and Blackman Bayou. The settlement of Hecker and the neighborhood of Le Bleu anchor the residential geography, while the presence of Hebert Cem and La France Cem provides specific points of interest for genealogists tracing local family histories.

Energy extraction and water management dominate the southern and eastern portions of the map. The sprawling Iowa Oil and Gas Field is marked by numerous Oil Wells, Gas Well sites, and sludge pits, illustrating the era's petroleum economy. This industrial activity is contrasted by the Louisiana Irrigation Canal, which serves the agricultural needs of the coastal prairie. An unusual local feature, a Drag Strip, sits just south of Kinner Gully, reflecting the recreational culture of the 1950s and 1970s.