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1963 Map of Kemper

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Kemper
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Cote Blanche Island rises above the surrounding marshes and bayous of St. Mary Parish, providing a stark topographical contrast to the low-lying coastal plains. This 1960s landscape is defined by an intricate network of drainage and transportation, where the Intracoastal Waterway cuts through the southern reaches and the Southern Pacific railroad links small agricultural communities. The map documents a transition from plantation-era heritage to modern industrial infrastructure, evidenced by the proximity of the Kilgore Plantation and Home Place to newer developments like the Power Plant and various pipelines.

Genealogists can trace local family and community centers through landmarks such as St Helens Cem, Mt Olive Ch, and the Gibbs Sch. Settlements like Kemper, Glencoe, and Four Corners are depicted alongside the industrial character of the parish, including a Pumping Station and numerous wells. The mapping of Bayou Cypremort and Hog Bayou further illustrates the vital water-based economy and drainage systems of this coastal Louisiana region.