2015 Map of Jena West

About this map

Jena and its neighboring communities in LaSalle Parish are defined by a complex network of bayous and prongs that shaped the development of central Louisiana. This 2015 data illustrates a landscape where small settlements like Trout, Good Pine, and Belah remain connected by historical parish roads and state routes, centered around the commerce of the parish seat. The topography reveals how the terrain is etched by waterways such as Bayou Funny Louis and Trout Cr, which historically influenced local timber and agricultural activities. Genealogical interests are well-served by the documentation of numerous local burial grounds, including Mount Sinai Cem, Taylor Chapel Cem, and Forsyth Cem. The presence of the Jena Airport and the community at Webb Quarters provides further context for the modern infrastructure and residential patterns that have evolved from earlier rural clusters.