1987 Map of Jacksonville

About this map

Bayou Meto and its intricate network of levees dominate this landscape east of Jacksonville, where the transition from urban streets to managed wetlands is clearly defined. The area is characterized by a high density of rural landmarks, including family-named cemeteries like McCraw Cem and Cherry Cem, and community anchors such as South Bend Ch and Mt Ararat Ch. The expansion of Jacksonville is evident in the residential grid featuring Northside Jr High Sch and several local parks like Excell Park. To the east, the Holland Bottoms State Wildlife Management Area represents a significant preservation of the natural riverine environment. This mid-1980s data also captures the local agricultural economy, marked by numerous fish farms and landing strips scattered across the floodplains, alongside the critical Union Pacific rail corridor.