2012 Map of Jackass Bay

About this map

Grand Bayou and a intricate network of waterways dominate this Iberia Parish landscape, illustrating the complex hydrography of the Atchafalaya Basin in the early 21st century. The map highlights the intersection of natural drainage and industrial extraction, most notably at the Fausse Pointe Oil Field and the Fish Island Gas Field. These energy sites are linked to the surrounding terrain by specialized infrastructure like Bayou Benoit Levee Rd and Shell Rd, which navigate the wetlands and levee systems. Named features like Four Hundred Dollar Bayou and Little Gonsoulin Bayou suggest a landscape shaped by local history and family legacy. Large-scale water management is evident in the Lake Fausse Pointe Cut, which provides a direct navigable route between the bayous and Little Lake Long.