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2020 Map of Lake Batola

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Lake Batola
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The low-lying wetlands of Plaquemines Parish are defined by an intricate network of coastal hydrology, dominated by the expansive Grand Lake and Petit Lake. These water bodies are connected by Alligator Pass, while the larger Lake Batola sits at the heart of a fragmented marshland landscape. The River aux Chenes cuts a distinct path through the southwestern portion of the map, serving as a primary drainage corridor for the surrounding bayous.

Evidence of human alteration to this landscape is visible in the Back Levee Canal, indicating efforts to manage water levels in this sensitive deltaic environment. Notable landmarks such as Sun Point and The Garigue break up the aquatic expanse, while smaller features like Shrimp Lagoon and Shell Lake highlight the characteristic coastal geography of southeastern Louisiana as it appeared in the early 21st century.