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2020 Map of Lake Eloi

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Bayou la Loutre and the surrounding marshlands of Saint Bernard Parish reveal a complex network of coastal waterways in this 2020 survey. The landscape is defined by an intricate puzzle of lagoons, passes, and bays that reflect the dynamic nature of the Louisiana gulf coast. Named water bodies like Halfmoon Lake, Drum Lake, and Lake Athanasio are separated by narrow stretches of wetlands and man-made alterations to the environment. The presence of the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet Canal and Engineers Canal illustrates the extensive hydraulic engineering required for navigation and industry in this region.

Watermen and researchers can trace the natural transit routes through Joe Shiman Pass, China Pass, and Deep Pass, which connect larger bodies like Eloi Bay and Flat Bay. To the southeast, Deadman Island stands as a solitary landmark at the edge of the marshes. This map provides a clear view of the Public Land Survey System grid, demarcated by townships such as t14s r17e and t15s r18e, overlaid upon the shifting coastal geography.